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Business Impact Social Distancing Cities Impact Medical Impact CHRISTINE MENGES JEREMY C. RUARK JEREMY C. RUARK CHRISTINE MENGES [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] JEREMY C. RUARK [email protected] Due to the COVID-19 epidemic, In an effort to slow the spread of Rates of novel coronavirus, or the Centers for Disease Control and coronavirus, major cities across Co- COVID-19 have now topped greater On Monday, March 16, Gov. Prevention (CDC) has recommended lumbia County have declared State of than 4,500 cases in the United Brown set forth a new set of guide- social distancing to slow the spread of Emergencies. States, according to research by the lines for bars and restaurants, man- infection. On Thursday, March 12, St. Helens Center for Systems Science and En- dating they close for seated dining That will impact people in Columbia Mayor Rick Scholl declared a state of gineering at Johns Hopkins Univer- and on-site consumption of food and County and across the state, and our ev- emergency in the City of St. Helens, sity, with 65 cases in Oregon as of beverages, but still allowing takeout eryday culture, according to University which will remain in effect until Thurs- Monday, March 16, according to the and delivery. The orders took place of Portland sociology and social work day, April 9. Oregon Health Authority. Tuesday, March 17 and are to stay in associate professor Alice Gates. While there had been no reported With the virus spreading, the place for at least four weeks. “It is kind of alarming,” Gates said. cases of the virus in Columbia County Center for Disease Control and “My goal is to protect the health “And it may be difficult to preserve as of Tuesday morning, March 17, the Prevention (CDC) and state public and safety of Oregon families.,” some sense of security. There is a lot of statewide cases now number 65 and health agencies such as the Oregon one person has died in the state from Brown said. “Every step we are tak- distress and anxiety from the uncertain- Health Authority are urging people ties.” the virus. Due to the health crisis, Gov. across the United States to take ing is being made with community Brown ordered all K-12 schools to close input and careful consideration of Gates said she is hopeful that while drastic measures to slow the spread this is a scary and uncertain time, “it until April 1. Read more about Oregon of the disease, including minimiz- its impacts. I know that while these Gov. Brown’s latest orders to deal with ing their contact with other people ­­­­ ­­­­ ­­­­ ­­­­ See BUSINESS Page A9 See DISTANCING Page A6 See CITIES Page A4 See MEDICAL Page A5 Robotics teaching life skills

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Jeremy C. Ruark / The Chronicle Jeremy C. Ruark / The Chronicle Crews are completing a sidewalk and curb improvement project along Gable Road in St. Helens. This is a finished portion of the new sidewalk along Gable Road as part of the $3.2 million improvement project. Columbia Blvd. in St Helens. placed 18” off the edge of of drainage and the County improved the drainage issues. Helens and Columbia County JEREMY C. RUARK “This is to improve access the roadway made walking and City wanted to address According to Wood, the both contributing heavily to [email protected] to the high school from the and passage to and from the that during this project and Gable Road Improvement the project through System area neighborhoods, adding school for students a safety not make it worse,” he said. Project should wrap up Development Charges from This spring, work crews sidewalks and bike lanes hazard,” Wood said. “Most of the project has been in June with final paving, area developments to build have been busy completing along the roadway,” he said. Adding curbs, sidewalks improving and adding drain- weather dependent, and tree the project. Scappoose-based a $3.2 million project along Wood said the project and bike lanes increased the age to the area.” planting will need to be done TFT Construction is the con- Gable Road in St. Helens. process began in 2010 roadway surface, according Wood said that work this fall. tractor for the project. Columbia County as- after transportation officials to Wood, and because of that meant a lot of excavation The 3.2 million is funded “Everyone in the neigh- sistant public works direc- looked at walkway issues for drainage along the route had through rock to get lowered through a combination of borhood has been so patient tor Tristan Wood said the residents along Gable Road. to be improved. drain lines, adding catch Oregon Department of Trans- and good to the contractors, project is designed for safety “A resident parking his “During engineering we basins and also adding drain portation enhance funding the flaggers and the workers improvements along Gable trailer along the roadway heard from a lot of neighbors lines for property owners grants, Safe Route to School and I just really appreciate Road from Highway 30 to and a communication pole about flooding issues, lack along the project, which has funds, and the City of St. it,” Wood said. Elks Teen of the Month St. Helens High School is pleased to announce that Ar- thur Jerome is the Elks Teen of the Month for February. “I am extremely humbled to be selected,” Author said, which is a tribute to his personality and demeanor, according to school admin- istrators. According to a release from the high school, Arthur is a hard-working senior at school who cares about the quality of the work he does. He participates in class discussions and is not afraid to voice his opinion, even if it is not the popular opinion in the room. Arthur has strong values and all of these values point to compassion for his fellow man. Arthur is also someone who contributes to society in general. At a recent school board meeting, Arthur had no trouble grabbing a com- ment card and offering his Courtesy photo opinion to the board on what Arthur Jerome. he sees are areas of need in the school district. He just land State to work towards wants a better world and is Arthur has strong a bachelor in mechanical not afraid to ask for it. values and all of these engineering. His hope is to The main activity that values point to compas- work at Michael Curry De- Arthur is involved in is Ro- sion for his fellow man. sign or work in the prosthet- botics. He is the captain of ics field because it combines the robotics team and is in ethic, and a unique perspec- robotics with helping people charge of the robot, manag- tive into the classroom,” St. in need. ing the other students, and Helens High School teacher Arthur said his best at- developing strategy at robot- Jared Phillips said. “He tributes are being supportive The Oregon Employment Department reports 79,919 people were unemployed in February, while 2,021,373 ics competitions. The robots is very respectful to both and compassionate to his were employed across the state. he has been involved with students and staff and excels friends and loved ones. He have won awards for busi- in his academics. He is a de- said he would do anything ness and entrepreneurship. light to work with on a daily to help them. He is also very “As a student at St. basis and makes St. Helens curious about the world Oregon’s jobless rate could Helens High School Ar- High School a better place.” around him and he loves to thur brings a great sense In his future, Arthur said learn. of humor, excellent work he would like to attend Port- Congratulations, Arthur. be impacted by coronavirus Beleiciks said Oregon’s and professional and business STAFF REPORT labor force data for Febru- services (+1,300). Only one [email protected] ary shows little impact from industry cut jobs substantial- My Fair Lady nominations the spread of the coronavirus ly: manufacturing (??’500). Oregon has recorded Nominations are now community. 2020 celebrates Columbia County RSVP of- since the February unem- Oregon’s nonfarm payroll record low unemployment ployment rate is based on employment increased by being accepted for the 2020 the 32nd annual My Fair fice by Thursday, April 2. in both January and Febru- My Fair Lady Court. Lady Pageant. people’s activity during the 26,600 jobs, or 1.4 percent, ary, according to the Oregon week that included February over the year since February The My Fair Lady Do you know an amazing To request a nomina- Employment Department. Pageant is held during the senior lady you could nomi- tion form to be mailed or 12. The monthly unemploy- 2019. In the past 12 months, The jobless rate of 3.3 ment rate is always based on transportation, warehous- Columbia County Fair each nate for this honor for St. emailed to you, please percent is the lowest on com- year to recognize senior Helens, Scappoose, Rainier, contact Monica Cade at a person’s employment status ing, and utilities grew at parable records dating back for the week that includes the the fastest rate of the major women for their outstand- Vernonia or Clatskanie? 503-397-5655, or email at to 1976 and is below the U.S. ing volunteer service in our Nominations are due in the [email protected]. 12th of each month. industries, expanding by unemployment rate of 3.5 By mid-February, there 3,100 jobs, or 4.5 percent. percent in February. had been relatively lim- Information also expanded 2020 CHRONICLE “It’s too early to have data ited economic impact from rapidly, adding 1,100 jobs, or showing the employment the disease in the U.S. In 3.2 percent, since February impact, but the response February, there were 69,000 2019. Construction (+3,000 to COVID-19 is causing a reduction in economic unemployed Oregonians, jobs, or 2.8%) and other ser- activity both nationally and which was the lowest number vices (+1,900 jobs, or 2.9%) in Oregon,” Oregon Employ- in more than 40 years. also were leading industries ment Department Systems Total nonfarm payroll em- of growth over the past 12 and Economic Analysis man- ployment rose by 3,100 jobs months. Meanwhile, only one ager Nick Beleiciks said. “It in February, following a loss industry shed a substantial of 300 jobs in January. Two number of jobs since Febru- 11-16-11will be weeks3x2D beforeCuts:Layout we can 1 6/22/12 3:28 PM Page 1 accurately quantify the extent major industries added more ary 2019; manufacturing than 1,000 jobs in February: dropped 3,700 jobs, declining of the damage to Oregon’s11-16-11 3x2D Cuts:Layout 1 6/22/12 3:28 PM Page 1 VENDORS WANTED labor market.” construction (+1,700 jobs) 1.9 percent. 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Doubles the Clean Brown’s order, signed on Fuels Program Directs state agencies to Tuesday, March 10, al- add climate action as a lens lows Oregon to set caps on To reduce climate pollu- for all of their work, which transportation fuels, natural tion from cars and trucks by will lower carbon emissions Photo courtesy of the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department gas and industry pollution A gray whale rises out of the ocean near the Oregon shoreline. 20 percent by 2030, and 25 across current agency activ- emissions. percent by 2035, the state Brown said her order sets ities, including as agencies will more than double the spend the state’s budget on new science-based green- Clean Fuels Program. This house gas emissions goals goods and services. is the most ambitious goal In a release, Ian Hill, Whale Watching Week and directs state agencies to for clean fuels in the coun- put new measures into effect co-founder of Oregon-based try, and it will substantially SeQuential Biofuels and E2 to lower the state’s green- reduce carbon emissions in house gas emissions to meet Pacific Northwest member the transportation sector, us- said Brown’s executive Oregon’s climate goals. ing a model proven to reduce “I’ve heard it loud and order represents a critical pollution at a very minimal opportunity for Oregon’s clear from our young people cost. At the same time, it in Oregon: climate action is economy and a commit- will create new jobs in the ment to action on behalf of crucial and urgent,” Brown biofuels sector and expand said in a statement at the Oregonians threatened by investment in transportation the fires, droughts, flooding, signing ceremony. “If we electrification. adults don’t take action right and other catastrophic im- away, it is the next genera- pacts of escalating climate Higher energy efficiency change. tion that will pay the price. for buildings, appliances We owe it to them to do our “The long-term health of part to ensure that the globe our economy is predicated Directs the state’s build- on ambitious climate action they inherit is on a better ing codes division to move trajectory than the one it’s on and we are excited that the rapidly to increase energy Governor’s leadership has today. Immediate and com- efficiency requirements for prehensive efforts are needed resulted in this critical ac- new buildings and directs tion,” Hill said. to tackle this scourge that is the Oregon Department of devastating the Oregon we “By setting new goals Energy to make Oregon’s ap- and advancing programs know and love, and a smart pliance efficiency standards approach can both protect the to reduce climate emis- equal to the most stringent in sions and expand the state’s environment and grow our the country. economy.” clean energy economy, Gov. Strategic plan to accel- Brown is setting the path Brown said the execu- erate usability of electric tive order is extensive and for new jobs, new invest- vehicles: Directs the Oregon ments, and new opportuni- thorough, taking the boldest Department of Transportation ties throughout Oregon,” actions available to lower (ODOT) to create a statewide Andy Wunder, E2 Western greenhouse gas emissions public electric charging plan under current state laws. to accelerate the usage of States Advocate, said in the Photo courtesy of the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department “As a state, we will pursue electric vehicles across the release. “Unfortunately, Re- Coast visitors, including those from Columbia County, can find good locations along the Oregon Coast to every option available under state. publican lawmakers’ contin- watch the whales swim along the coastline. existing law to combat the ued refusal to take this issue effects of climate change and Emissions-conscious seriously and engage in the put Oregon on a path we can transportation spending legislative process necessi- JEREMY C. RUARK be proud to leave behind for tated this important execu- [email protected] our children,” she said. Directs ODOT to develop tive action. Gov. Brown’s The executive order a tool to evaluate all future order is the type of real The Spring Whale Watch updates the existing state car- leadership we’ve needed for Week event returns to the transportation spending, bon emissions goals to reflect including road expansion, a long time.” Oregon Coast March 21 - 29 the current science, setting a Oregon GOP lawmakers to celebrate the more than through the lens of reducing standard of 45 percent reduc- greenhouse gas emissions, and other opponents said 25,000 Gray whales expected tion from 1990 levels by the cap and trade restric- to migrate north past Oregon and requires regional trans- 2035, and an 80 percent re- portation planning organiza- tions will adversely impact over the next few months. duction from 1990 levels by Oregon’s economy and Due to the efforts to slow tions in the state to follow 2050. The order also outlines suit. greatly hurt small, rural the spread of coronavirus in a variety of means to reach communities. The GOP Oregon, state parks officials the new goals, including: Accelerates transition to lawmakers walked out of have altered the annual clean energy resource the legislative session in spring whale watching week. Sector-specific caps on late February over the cap Oregon Parks and Recreation climate pollution Directs the Public Utility and trade issue. They re- Department’s Chris Havel Commission (PUC) to help turned on Sunday, March 8, tells The Chronicle that to re- Directs the Environmental utilities achieve the new to sign budget bills. duce exposure, the volunteer crew that normally staffs the watch sites are staying home. “For regular folk, watch the online guides, grab your Conditions right for wildfires own binocs, and head out and enjoy,” Havel said, add- ing: • If you’re ill, stay home. • Maintain a social distance of six feet or more when you go out. • Wash regularly with soap and water or sanitizer. • Sneeze into a tissue or elbow. Havel said some parks could experience reduced service, to things like rest- rooms, with very little notice, Photo courtesy of the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department so it’s important to check This map pinpoints whale watching locations along the Oregon Coastline. oregonstateparks.org before traveling. The Whale Watch egon State Parks website and State Parks website. Center in Depoe Bay will be with this story at thechroni- Gray whales migrate closed until April 1. cleonline.com. north along the coast annu- A map of the whale More information about ally during spring, following watching sites is available the agency’s response to a route to Alaskan waters af- online on the official whale COVID-19 is on the official ter spending the winter in the watch webpage on the Or- FAQ page on the Oregon warm lagoons off the coast of Baja, Mexico. Many of the Chronicle photo The Oregon Department of Forestry recommends landowners use the dry weather to create the piles and Gray whales will be accom- MARCH 20 - MARCH 26 panied by their new calves, ignite just before the next forecasted rain event. born during the winter. While fire season has • Burn piles are known The first large groups of STAFF REPORT been declared over for for holding heat for several whales swim by Oregon mid- [email protected] several months now, condi- weeks, capable of coming March and the migratory tions are now favorable that a back to life and escaping into stream typically continues With recent dry east backyard burn could escape wildfires that can do serious into June. winds, local fire officials rec- beyond a homeowner’s resource damage as well as ommend landowners exercise control. threaten nearby communities. For more information caution regarding burning of G ODF recommends land- State of the Art about parks and camp- yard debris. 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In they’re largely doing it in Thailand, the prime minis- partnership with the Ameri- As the scope and threat ter has threatened to arrest can people. of the coronavirus pandemic journalists who publish “fake More than anything, else, becomes clear, people all news” about the virus and though, this crisis reminds us over the world hunger for Iran detained a journalist for of how wise the first genera- two things: an effective vac- posts critical of the govern- tion of Americans was in de- cine and truthful information ment’s response, according to manding a free press. Despite about the disease. the CPJ. the inevitable accusations by The former may be more But even a democracy some that the news media than a year away, but the lat- is going to be tempted to were “hyping” this threat, ter is critical to stemming the manage the messaging, as traditional media have been pandemic in the meantime. the U.S. did by initially measured and thorough in This is Sunshine Week, a channeling the government’s their coverage, making the time each year when people comments through a single most of their on-air medical like me write columns about spokesman – Vice President and scientific consultants. some legislature’s wrong- Mike Pence. That has im- Closer to home, local news- headed move to limit access proved significantly over the papers and broadcasters have to public records, and then past week. devoted extensive resources try to make the case for When the public is desper- to reporting how the virus greater access to public infor- ate for information, govern- will affect the communities mation and transparency in ment needs to maximize they serve. government. authoritative information President Trump told the But we’re facing some- from scientists and experts nation last week that “we thing far more dangerous on the public payroll. That are all in this together” and than any state legislature appropriately gives Ameri- that’s exactly what needs to could conjure up. It’s a cans what they need to know, happen: the government shar- worldwide crisis worsened and counters irresponsible ing what it knows truthfully by governments whose im- pundits who have sought to and without spin or bravado, pulse is to hide, control and minimize the threat to score private and public institutions censor news and information. political or ratings points. engaging constructively with When a Chinese doctor Most encouraging, America’s most pressing The Chronicle shared with his colleagues though, has been the re- challenge and news organi- his concerns that a myste- sponse of state and local zations keeping the public rious new virus might be governments, schools and the informed in a thorough and Weekly Online Poll Last Week’s Results emerging, he was reprimand- private sector. Governments even-handed way. ed and silenced. The doctor, at every level resist disclo- In the end, science will Li Wenliang, died last month sure and scrutiny, but this has prevail in curbing this virus. of coronavirus. After China been a refreshing change, Yet the path to that victory Will social Do you think postponing mishandled and hid the virus with leaders saying: “Here’s can only emerge from true events and taking other from the public, the epidemic what we need to do, here’s collaboration and collective distancing be such steps is a necessary dramatically worsened. The why we’re doing it and here’s sacrifice, fueled by a shared measure in combating the Chinese government “is now how you can find out more.” understanding of exactly harmful for our leading a sweeping campaign Sports leagues and private what we’re up against. 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Obituaries David Robert Schmor Katherine Marie Newell Jan. 1, 1954 ~ March 3, 2020 Aug. 11, 1960 ~ March 6, 2020 David Robert Schmor He enjoyed walking, reading, Katherine M. Newell In her free time, she passed away March 3, 2020 movies, plays and the sym- of Columbia City, Oregon loved to bowl and spend at home. He was born Jan. phony. He was an artist who passed away March 6, 2020 time with her family. 1, 1954 in Klamath Falls, created drawings, paintings, at the age of 59. Kathy was Kathy is survived by her Oregon. As a child he lived quilts and a beautiful garden. born Aug. 11, 1960 in Port- husband Ken; three chil- in Bonanza, Lyons, and St. He enjoyed travelling to land, Oregon to Richard and dren, Kenny Jr. (Erin), Katie Helens. He graduated from St. many places across the U.S., Edith (Travis) Forcier. and Karen; five grandchil- Helens High School in 1972. Mexico, Greece, the U.K. and She grew up and at- dren, Kevin, Cameron, David attended Southern most recently to Japan. tended school in Scappoose, Lillian, Addy and Ira; her Oregon College in Ashland David is survived by his and later became a student mother Edith; sister Esther; and graduated in 1976 with partner Kyle Templeton; aide at Scappoose Middle and brother Richard. a degree in Education and father Robert Schmor (Shirley School and Lewis and Clark She was preceded in English. Palm); brother Doug Schmor Elementary in St. Helens. death by her father Richard David began his teaching (Sandi) and their children On February 13, 1988 Kathy and her brother Patrick. career at St. Helens Junior and grandchildren; sister Jill married Kenneth Newell in A celebration of life High in 1978. He obtained his Gordon (Jim) and their chil- Scappoose, Oregon. They will be held at a later date. Masters degree in Education courses which he designed. dren; brother John Schmor; had three children together. became a cashier at Safeway Please sign our online guest- from Portland State Univer- He was awarded St. Helens cousins and their children and After years of working in in St. Helens where she book at www.columbiafh. sity a few years later. In 1980 Inspirational Teacher Award grandchildren. the school district, Kathy worked for 15 years. com. he transferred to St. Helens for the 2009-2010 school He was predeceased by his High. He taught a variety of year. He retired after 31 years mother Nancy Schmor. English courses but primar- of teaching. A celebration of life will Tom Feeny ily public speaking/speech David had many interests. be announced at a later date. Feb. 19, 1940 ~ Feb. 24, 2020 Tom Feeny was born on he continued with until the Feb. 19, 1940. He passed end. He worked the last 10 Gwen Hummels Pellham away on Feb. 24, 2020. years at Calaway Trading Feb. 26, 1930 ~ March 7, 2020 After being discharged in St. Helens. He did all Gwen Hummels Pell- Mayger Downing Communi- from the Army, he started a this while coaching his ham passed away on March ty Church and Grace Baptist construction business and wife in powerlifting for 35 7, 2020 at the age of 90. Church. built houses until 1982. years. She was born in Hildreth, She is survived by her He then started putting on Tom lived a full life. Nebraska to William and sister Gerry of Vancouver, motor sport events build- A mass will be held at Margaret Hummels and was Washington; son Carl of ing his own pulling trucks, 10 a.m. on March 28, 2020 one of seven children. Rainier; daughter Rox- mud bogger and two at St. Fredric Catholic Moving from Nebraska to anne (Lonnie) Hadlock of monster trucks with a lot of Church, 175 S. 13th St., St. Gaston where she spent her Sumpter; son Steve (Joanne) help from friends. Helens, Oregon. A celebra- younger years before moving of St. Helens; son Bill (Col- Next came a small tion will follow. to Woodland and meeting her leen) of St. Helens; five trucking company which husband of 71 years, Carl grandchildren; and numerous Pellham. They raised their great-grandchildren. four children in the Quincy She was preceded in death Virginia M. “Mama Deen” Spinden and Rainier area where by her husband Carl. Gwen drove a school bus and In lieu of flowers the fam- March 2, 1941 ~ March 4, 2020 was a row boss for Luttrell’s Gwen moved to St. Helens ily suggests that you donate Virginia M. “Mama Deen” Spinden, 79, of Hermiston, died Wednesday, March 4, 2020, at her berry fields for many years, to be near the grandkids to to her favorite organization home. She was born March 2, 1941 in St. Helens, Oregon. she was beloved by all. watch their sports. They the Columbia County Food Services are planned for later in the year and will be announced at a later date. In later years Carl and were longtime members of Bank. Mary Sue Rauch Thomas J. McDermott Sept. 27, 1935 ~ March 15, 2020 Aug. 5, 1943 ~ Feb. 29, 2020 Mary Sue Rauch, 84, of Rainier, Oregon, passed away March 15, 2020 in Longview, Wash- Thomas McDermott passed away on Feb. 29, 2020. No services are planned per his wishes. ington.

number of people ill at ested in getting tested for any time to make sure the COVID-19. If so, residents Grab and Go sites for student meals MEDICAL health system continues to need to know there are cer- From Page A1 function, according to Paul. tain people who are priori- So far, no one in Co- tized for testing, Paul said. through social distancing lumbia County has tested People prioritized for and not gathering in crowds positive for COVID-19, testing are those who have of greater than 10 people. Paul said. traveled to an area where Michael Paul, Public That doesn’t mean there was a lot of commu- Health Administrator for nobody will in the future, nity spread of COVID-19, Columbia County provided however, and Columbia had had close contact with information to The Chron- County Public Health is a known case or had an icle regarding the novel taking measures to slow the unexplained viral pneu- coronavirus, testing infor- spread of the virus. monia, according to Paul. mation and measures that “What we have to do Those people would go to Columbia County Public right now is consider our the Emergency Room, with Health is taking to combat community to be a lot their tests sent to the state the virus. bigger than it is,” Paul lab, Paul said. While some people may said, meaning that Colum- Others interested in get- see measures released by bia County residents are ting a test would go through the Oregon Health Author- frequently coming into their regular care provider, ity, like minimizing social contact with people resid- according to Paul. At this contact, and mandates re- ing outside the county as time, with the capacity of leased by Oregon Gov. Kate they travel to other counties the health care system to Brown, like closing restau- for work, recreation and the test people, not everyone rants except for takeout and like. can get a test, Paul said, delivery to be extreme, Paul In other words, accord- and clinicians are prioritiz- Christine Menges / The Chronicle said such measures are nec- ing to Paul, the county must ing who gets tested. Most school districts in Columbia County are continuing to offer student meals during the coronavirus essary, even if 80 percent of operate under the assump- “They’re using at-risk school closures. Check individual district websites for specific meal distribution locations. people who contract the ill- tion that it is possible categories, people who are ness will develop only mild someone from Columbia symptomatic, people who through, “Grab and Go” – Busing info symptoms, like a cough and County will have come into have had known exposure,” STAFF REPORT if you need transportation fever. contact with someone car- Paul said. [email protected] assistance see bus route info For those needing as- However, Paul said, rying the virus. According to Paul, the below. sistance with transportation, about 20 percent of people “So we’re doing every- state of Oregon is working The St. Helens School Meals are available to busing will be available who contract the disease thing we can on a number on making testing more District is continuing to of- all children through age 18. from the following locations fer essential student meals will develop moderate to of different fronts,” Paul widely available in order to To ease congestion and to during meal service times: severe symptoms and may during the statewide coro- promote “social distancing” said. That includes com- get a better picture of how navirus health crisis school require hospitalization. municating with Emergency many people in the state the District is requesting Columbia City Elementary Those 20 percent are people closure through March 31. families try to stagger their 2000 2nd Street, Colum- Medical Services, long- have the disease. There are Service dates will fall in line who have existing condi- term care facilities, Com- now three commercial labs, arrival by the following bia City tions like those who are with school closure dates if times: McBride Elementary munity Action Teams, all in addition to the state lab, extended. already immunocompro- of the clinics in the area that are providing testing 2774 Columbia Boule- mised, or have a condition and other places that may services for COVID-19, Locations Monday – Wednesday – vard, St. Helens. like asthma, according to come into contact with sick Paul said. How quickly a Friday Paul. people to make sure they test returns results varies Lewis & Clark Elementary St. Helens High School “In some cases, they have the equipment they lab to lab, according to (West Parking Lot Facing (According to first letter 2375 Gable Road. need a ventilator, or need need, like personal protec- Paul. IGA/Red Apple) of last name) to be admitted to an ICU tive equipment if they need The test involves col- 111 South 9th St. Breakfast: St. Helens (Intensive Care Unit) and to treat someone infected lecting swabs from the nose A – L 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. our hospital systems only with the virus. and mouth, Paul said. Plymouth High School M – Z 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. • Social distancing have so much capacity. If Columbia County Public In general, Paul said he (Using Middle School Bus Lunch: protocols will be in effect we allow COVID-19 to Health is also taking other wants the public to take the Loop) A – L 11:30 AM to 12:30 on buses – please follow spread rapidly, then that measures. spread of COVID-19 seri- 354 North 15th Street p.m. all directions issued by bus system can get easily over- “We’re working with ously. M – Z 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. drivers. whelmed. That means that other counties to make sure “I just want people to Service times Tuesday -- Thursday • Those exhibiting flu- there would be more deaths people in Columbia County know that their actions (According to first letter like symptoms will not be than there would be if we have somewhere to go if can make a difference and Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 of last name) allowed to access busing took measures as a com- they need hospital-level if we all take actions that a.m. Breakfast: services but will still receive munity to slow the rate of care if those other counties may sound alarmist at this Lunch: 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 M – Z 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. meal service. transmissions,” Paul said. are overwhelmed,” Paul time, we can actually save p.m. A – L 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. People may have heard said. people’s lives by slowing Lunch: For more information, the term “flatten the curve,” Some Columbia County the spread of this disease,” Need to know M – Z 11:30 AM to 12:30 visit the St. Helens School which means to slow the residents might be inter- Paul said. p.m. District website at https:// Service will be drive A – L 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. www.sthelens.k12.or.us. 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CH20-1352 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COLUMBIA Case No.: 19CV47768 BRITT M. WEAR, 34326 to do so, for want thereof, legal paper called a “motion” or, if the plaintiff does not (800) 452-7636. The relief SUMMONS BY Johnsons Landing Road, Plaintiff will apply to or “answer.” The “motion” have an attorney, proof of sought in the Complaint is PUBLICATION UNITED Slip B8, Scappoose, OR. the court for the relief or “answer” (or “reply”) service on the plaintiff. If for declaratory relief. Date HERITAGE PROPERTY & You are hereby required demanded in the Complaint. must be given to the court you have questions, you of First Publication: *** CASUALTY COMPANY, to appear and defend the NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: clerk or administrator within should see an attorney Kilmer Voorhees & Laurick, Plaintiff, v. MICHAEL Complaint filed against READ THESE PAPERS 30 days of the date of first immediately. If you need PC s/ Robert S. May, OSB L. MCCUDDY, dba you in the above entitled CAREFULLY! You must publication specified herein help in finding an attorney, No. 980040, 732 NW 19th MCCUDDYS MARINA, cause within thirty (30) “appear” in this case or along with the required filing you may call the Oregon Avenue, Portland, OR 97209 BRITT M. WEAR, days from the date of first the other side will win fee. It must be in proper form State Bar’s Lawyer Referral Phone: (503) 224-0055; SUZANNE O’DELL- publication of this summons, automatically. To “appear” and have proof of service Service at (503) 684-3763 [email protected], Of STEPHAN, Defendants. To: and in case of your failure you must file with the court a on the plaintiff’s attorney or toll-free in Oregon at Attorneys for Plaintiff

CH20-1348 CH20-1351 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COLUMBIA OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COLUMBIA In the Matter of the Estate attached, to the undersigned or the attorneys for the Probate Department In the undersigned Personal of the Court, the Personal of RAYMOND CARL personal representative at personal representative. The Matter of the Estate Representative at the office Representative. Dated of HOMER ARNOLD of Mark F. Bierly, Attorney and first published this PEARCE, JR, Deceased. No. the address below, within Dated and first published STEWART, Deceased. No. at Law, 345 NE Sixth St., 11th day of March, 2020. 20PB00640 NOTICE TO four months after the date March 11, 2020. JACQUIE 20PB00994 NOTICE TO McMinnville, Oregon 97128, CONNIE L. BELLWOOD, INTERESTED PERSONS of first publication of this MAE MILLER Personal INTERESTED PERSONS within four months after the Personal Representative, NOTICE IS HEREBY notice, or the claims may be Representative c/o Lucas & Notice is hereby given date of first publication of 452 NW Meadowlark Ct., GIVEN that the undersigned barred. All persons whose Associates, LLC Attorneys that the undersigned has this notice or they may be McMinnville, OR 97128. has been appointed personal rights may be affected by at Law P.O. Box 519 been appointed Personal barred. All persons whose MARK F. BIERLY, Attorney representative. All persons the proceedings may obtain Rainier, OR 97048 Phone Representative of the above rights may be affected by for Personal Representative, having claims against additional information from 503-556-3741 FAX - 503- estate. All persons having the proceedings in this 345 NE Sixth St., the estate are required to the records of the court, 556-0708 Lucasatty@yahoo. claims against the estate are estate may obtain additional McMinnville, OR 97128, present them, with vouchers the personal representative, com required to present them to information from the records 503-472-9337.

CH20-1355 City of St. Helens Notice of Informational Budget Meeting CH20-1345 Fiscal Year 2020-21 Informational Budget Committee Meeting NOTICE OF SALE The St. Helens Budget Year 2020/21, discuss the economic trends, and discuss 97051. The facility is handicap Rainier Storage Place, units belonging to: 8x40 Committee will meet on purpose and role of the Budget new goals and projects on the accessible. If you need special LLC will hold a sale at storage containers Jack Thursday, April 2, 2020, Committee, process of the horizon. The meeting will be accommodations, please 29098 Dike Rd., Rainier Miller CY53 at 11:00 a.m. beginning at 6:30 p.m. The Budget Committee, general held in the Council Chambers contact City Hall at (503) 397- OR 97048 of the contents on Saturday, March 21st, purpose of the meeting is to overview of fund structures, at City Hall, 265 Strand Street, 6272, at least 48 hours before of the following storage 2020. give an overview of Fiscal discuss local and state Plaza Entrance, St. Helens, OR the meeting.

CH20-1357 MEETING The Public Notice deadline is Fridays by noon. CANCELED The Columbia SWCD Board Late submissions are not guaranteed to make it into the paper. Meeting on March 18, 2020 has been cancelled.

Police Reports

The police blotter The driver was arrested and milepost 14. A caller reported relates to the public transported to Scappoose PD. a white Ford F-350 had flash- record of incidents as The driver’s BAC was 0.00%. ing blue lights on the truck and reported by law en- The driver, Garret Higby,19, had pulled over near milepost forcement agencies. All of Beaverton, consented to 14. The vehicle was located individuals arrested or a blood draw. Blood was near milepost 23 and stopped charged with a crime obtained from the driver. Higby for failing to maintain its lane. are presumed inno- was cited and released to a During the traffic stop a red cent until proven guilty. parent. He also was cited for and blue LED light bar was Information printed is VBR 95/50, Speed Racing and located in the front windshield, preliminary and subject MIP-Marijuana. The vehicle along with several blue and to change. was towed by Grumpy’s Tow- white LED lights in the front ing. grill and along the running Oregon State Police board. March 14 The vehicle was also equipped March 16 • At approximately 9:31 p.m. with a siren control box and • At approximately 3:54 a.m. Troopers OSP Troopers PA system. The driver, Daniel Oregon State Police respond- received a driving complaint Clymer, 48, of Vancouver, had ed to vehicle located in a ditch on a vehicle that pulled over no affiliation with law enforce- on Highway 30 near milepost near milepost 57 on Highway ment or as an emergency re- 25. The driver displayed signs 30. ODOT then checked on sponder. The driver displayed of impairment and admitted the vehicle which continued indicators of impairment and drinking alcohol. The driver, westbound after hitting a post. consented to perform voluntary James Hand, 39, of St. Hel- The vehicle was located on field sobriety tests. The driver ens, consented to SFST’s and Olson Road in Clatskanie. was subsequently arrested displayed additional signs of The driver, James Ocain, 66, for DUII. After contacting the impairment. The driver was showed numerous indicators district attorney’s office, all arrested for DUII and trans- ported to the Columbia County of impairment and admitted emergency lighting and equip- jail where he provided a breath consuming alcohol prior to ment was removed and seized. sample of .17 BAC. The driver driving. The driver consented • A felony amount of metham- was cited and released for to performing the Standard- phetamine along with a used DUII and Reckless Driving. ized Field Sobriety Tests and meth pipe was located inside Additionally, the driver had an was subsequently placed the vehicle. The driver pro- under arrest for DUII. He was vided two valid breath samples outstanding warrant for DUII Chronicle photo in Multnomah County and was transported to the Clatskanie with a BAC of .00%. The driver Port Westward, where Global Partners operates in Clatskanie. cited and released per the CCSO and provided a breath consented to a voluntary blood listed warrant instructions. sample which resulted in a draw and admitted to using • 8:31 p.m. OSP stopped a BAC of 0.16% The driver was the meth earlier in the day. Global receives 1st approval then transported to his resi- The driver was booked and vehicle on Hwy 30 near MP 13 of Environmental Quality if there would be a remote, for Violation of the Basic Rule dence where he was cited and released on DUII and PCS CHRISTINE MENGES released for DUII. methamphetamine. A charge (DEQ), which is the second telecommunications option. (VBR) and Speed Racing. The [email protected] approval needed. As of The switch, should it driver displayed indicators of of impersonating a police of- March 13 ficer will be forwarded to both Tuesday, March 17, that occur, would take place at impairment and admitted to After several weeks of request was still pending their transloading facility at smoking marijuana. The driver • At approximately 1:14 p.m. the Columbia and Multnomah public discussion, Global with DEQ. CPBR. consented to SFST’s and was the Oregon State Police was County DA’s Office for consid- Partners has received one Catie Kerns, Vice Since 2016, the com- impaired by a noticeable and dispatched to a suspicious eration. The vehicle was towed of two approvals necessary President of External Com- pany has only transloaded perceptible degree. vehicle on Highway 30 near by Grumpy’s. to ship green diesel from munications with Global ethanol, a first-generation their Columbia Pacific Bio Partners, LLC said the renewable biofuel. The Refinery (CPBR) at Port company submitted their company wants to move Westward in Clatskanie. DEQ permit in late Febru- to the next generation of The Port of Colum- ary, which DEQ is currently renewable biofuels, which bia County unanimously reviewing. The company is renewable green diesel. Starting a approved on Wednesday, was hoping to have a public As a logistics provider, March 11 amendments to hearing in April, but Kerns Global has received at least Global’s sublease, dock use said that might change due one request from a client to agreements and pipeline to COVID-19 concerns. receive, ship and store the local business? easement to allow the fuel After the public hearing, product, according to Kerns. transition. there will be a public com- “There is a large demand Get the word out in the paper This is the first of a ment period and then a draft for the product on the West two-part approval process permit. Coast and Global is excited and online by advertising with for the company to ship The company must have for the opportunity to move renewable diesel to CPBR, an approved permit from to this green product,” The Chronicle. which it will then ship out DEQ in order to switch over Kerns said. by barge from the Columbia to renewable diesel. River. Kerns said she was plan- The Chronicle will 503-397-0116 Global has submitted a ning on calling DEQ to see continue to follow this story request for approval from how they plan on handling with updates at theclron- the Oregon Department the public hearing and see nicleonline.com. Columbia County’s trusted local news source A8 www.thechronicleonline.com Wednesday, March 18, 2020 WEDNESDAY EVENING MARCH 18, 2020 6:00 6:30 7:00 7:30 8:00 8:30 9:00 9:30 10:00 10:30 11:00 11:30 KATU ^ KATU News at 6 (N) (Live) Jeopardy! 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Instead, Chronicle guest column by the MG program) we made European gray slugs pa- the quackgrass, chick-weed, yellow jackets). Pregnant the structure of the edge of CHIP BUBL the decision to cancel the raded across our road and and other winter weeds. queens who left the nest the outermost feathers pro- Oregon State University Extension event on the odds that ban driveway. Slug Some gardeners hunker down for the winter. duced the sound as the air Service - Columbia County would still be in place by management transplant While yellow jacket queens rushed over them, causing the Spring Fair date was is starting starts right hunker in solitude, this them to vibrate like a reed The OSU Extension office is significant and the risk to early this through paper wasp is a bit gregari- on a clarinet. closed to face-to-face public the public was likely to still year. untilled ous and it is not uncommon contact but you can still be high. I know many of Put out card- to have a number of them reach us. you will be disappointed. baits board. hunkering together, often But we promise to come where How- in attics or other human Last week, Oregon State roaring back next year with you ever, constructed structures. University closed all Exten- the best Spring Fair ever. know you People who have bird boxes sion offices to face-to-face slug have noticed that the over- con-tact starting this past Scappoose Bay Watershed sus- wintering cluster like those Monday. This is part of the Council’s Native Plant cep- spaces and may discourage larger Oregon State Uni- Sale Saturday, April 11 tible should birds who nest early from versity effort to slow the plants make occupying the boxes. spread of COVID-19. The Join the Watershed are some They do sting, repeatedly University itself is teaching Council at their Spring growing holes in it and painfully, just like a Free newsletter completely digitally for the Native Plant Sale Saturday, even if the with rebar yellow jacket. They may not rest of the academic year. April 11th, from 9 a.m. to 3 plants haven’t to allow irriga- be as aggressive as ground- The Oregon State Uni- Our volunteers are also p.m. This is their semi-an- emerged yet. I tion water to reach nesting yellow jackets but versity Extension office in restricted in what they can nual event to get you ready feel most comfortable roots. The cardboard should be treated with Columbia County publishes do relative to the program(s) for spring and summer with iron phosphate based needs to go on right away to respect. a monthly newsletter on of OSU Extension they are planting. They have lots of baits since they have a have the desired results. You There is a silver lining. gardening and farming top- connected to. Most of them new plants at great prices – good safety profile for dogs can also tarp areas (without They get going early in the ics (called County Living) have been already contacted. all native to our area. Staff (Sluggo is one trade name). cardboard) right now and spring. In fact, during warm writ-ten/edited by yours However, all of us (fac- and volunteers are avail- This is the teachable mo- get decent weed control spells, like we had last truly. All you need to do ulty and staff) will still be able to help chose plants ment for slugs. if you don’t plant to plant week, some females from is ask for it and it will be working (most of the time in the office), answering phone suggest gardening ideas, Peas (both edible and until May. an over-wintering cluster mailed or emailed to you. calls, email messages, writ- and provide information on floral) can be planted now. Cardboard (or newspa- will go out and get insects Call 503 397-3462 to be put ing newspaper columns and establishing and maintain- They will grow much faster per) and organic mulch can for the rest to feed on. Nest on the list. Alternatively, newsletters, and working to ing native vegetation. For if you cover them with row also be used on the garden building starts early as well, you can find it on the web at develop programs that can more information see http:// cover cloches to improve paths in the summer. often in human constructed http://extension.oregon- reach you online. We are www.scappoosebay-wc.org/ soil and air temperatures spaces. This early activity state.edu/columbia/ and really committed to help- native-plant-nursery. around them. A newish paper wasp provides useful insect pre- click on newsletters. ing our communities in any The Plant Sale is from 9 dation at a time when other way we can, especially in a.m. to 3 p.m. at the SBWC Cardboard for As plant an insect spe- predatory insects are just Many Extension our areas of subject matter nursery, located behind weed control cies travel with ease from warming up. publications available expertise (farming, garden- Scappoose High School. continent to continent, it is Clearly there are areas online ing, forestry, food, food Look for signs – go east on no surprise that Columbia where paper nests are inap- safety, and nutrition, healthy SE High School Way and County has a newish wasp. propriate. Those nests are Are you putting up salsa, decision-making, and youth turn into the parking lot This European import is best removed in the early- saving seeds, or thinking education) and any other between the high school and paper wasp (Polistes do- mid spring before the first about planting grapes? OSU way we can enrich your the school ball field areas. minulus) that looks much brood hatches. But if you has a large number of its life and/or make you safer like a small yellow jacket. can live with their choice of publications available for in these challenging times. Garden tidbits for March One distinguishing physical nesting space, they will pro- free download. Just go to Please do not hesitate to feature is a bright yellow to vide you a lot of caterpil- https://catalog.extension. contact us. And please, take Lawns need attention this orange antenna. As a paper lar, aphid and other insect oregonstate.edu. Click all steps necessary to ensure month with moss removal, wasp, it creates single paper control. on publications and start that you and your loved ones mowing when necessary For those of you who combs that are not enclosed exploring. are safe. and possible, and lawn fer- don’t wish to use chemi- (unlike the yellow jacket Anna’s hummingbirds The Extension Service tilizing. Soils are generally cals on your garden for late which encloses its nest). “chirp” with their tails offers its programs and ma- OSU Master Gardener™ too wet to aerate in March spring weed control, you Also unlike a yellow jacket, terials equally to all people. Spring Fair/Tomato Sale is (the aerating tool seals the can use cardboard. Place a the female P. dominulus will Anna’s hummingbirds cancelled for 2020 hole if the soil is too wet) single layer of cardboard reuse last year’s nest combs, are common residents of Contact information for but is possible if we have (or several thicknesses of unheard of in the yellow Columbia County. Males the Extension office This was another difficult a lot of dry weather. If you newspaper) over the garden jacket world. Even more un- make acrobatic climbs and decision. At present, there is fertilize your lawn this area and cover the sheets usual, several females will then swoop down over the Oregon State University an indefinite ban statewide month, consider adding with compost or other cooperatively rear and tend females to impress them. As Extension Service – Co- on all events that draw 250 lime at the rate of 60-75 organic matter. Wait several eggs in a single nest. These they descend at speeds of lumbia County. 505 N. people or more. In consulta- pounds per 1000 square feet months, and till it all into nests, each individual, can 50 mph, they open their tail Columbia River Highway, tion with our OSU Regional about two weeks after you the garden. The rain will be clustered together in feathers and emit a loud, St. Helens, OR 97051. 503 Director and the Program fertilize if you haven’t done make the card-board easy great numbers. sharp chirp. Scientists found 397-3462. Email: chip. Leader for Community Hor- that in a while. to till and the shading will Paper wasp colonies die that this had nothing to do [email protected]

“especially when we deal with high volumes of gen- BUSINESS eral public.” From Page A1 The food cart is in an area that affords a good deal actions will impact Oregon of social distancing anyway, businesses and employees, according to Cunningham. they will help decrease While people can sit down the rate of infection while and eat, they more frequent- bringing state and federal re- ly pick up and go, he said. sources up to the same speed In the future, Cunning- as the spread of the virus.” ham said that if they ever Columbia County restau- have to shut down complete- rant owners and managers ly, their food cart can rely are now transitioning their on their delivery service, businesses to follow the Hawk and Wolf Columbia state health safety mandates. Couriers, to get food to Plymouth Pub, a fre- patrons. quented St. Helens restau- “Delivery will just be rant, which opened ap- over the phone, and it will proximately one year ago, be just one point of contact,” is going to feel the effects Cunningham said. of the mandate, owner Brad Rakes said. Future insight “We’re just going to do takeout and see how it goes,” Columbia County Rakes said. “Servers don’t Economic Team executive have to come in until further director Chuck Daughtry notice. I had a feeling that said the economic impact of that’s what she was going to the coronavirus across the say. We’ll get through it.” Christine Menges / The Chronicle county and the state will be Rakes had told The Local restaurants in Columbia County are reeling from the recent mandates set forth by Gov. Kate Brown regarding COVID-19 precautions. significant. Chronicle earlier in the day “Business owners now Monday that the restaurant St. Helens had reduced its gift shop in operation. have to make some brutal had been enacting policies to service to takeout only by “You do everything that you can do and After Gov. Brown deliv- decisions,” Daughtry said. reduce any potential spread March 16, closing its seating ered the news about restau- “For bars and restaurants of the virus, like wiping area and removing public just hope for the best.” rant shutdowns on Monday that don’t have the ability down surfaces as often as stir sticks and napkins from ~ Shannon Vaerewyck, Bertucci’s co-owner afternoon, Vaerewyck to delivery or do curb side possible, cleaning condi- its community counter. said they would continue service this cuts into their ments after every customer Sunshine Pizza in St. hit a few days before this,” Before the mandate food service via takeout. cash flow. They can’t afford use and keeping hand sani- Helens had already reduced Wilder said. Our owner set forth by the governor, Vaerewyck posted the menu to take revenue from their tizer available by the bar and its service to takeout and decided to stay ahead of Bertucci’s co-owner Shan- and the shop’s phone num- cycle. It has a ripple effect front register. delivery-only a few days it, so let’s do delivery and non Vaerewyck said the ber on their business Face- from the bottom up, impact- In the last few days, before Gov. Brown’s man- takeout and protect the staff chocolate shop, which also book page with a message ing people living pay check Plymouth Pub has been date, manager Fred Wilder that work here. We definitely sells lunch and gift items, stating the business would to pay check and for em- experiencing a decrease in said. Patrons don’t even dwindled staff by half. We had spaced tables six feet be happy to do a takeout ployers not having service business by approximately enter the restaurant and they don’t have the number of apart from each other and order for customers. workers.” 30-40 percent, Rakes said. pick up their orders through orders coming back.” was sanitizing surfaces more “I had a couple of people Daughtry said the busi- The restaurant had not expe- Sunshine’s curbside service, Wilder emphasized that frequently. Earlier on Mon- come in and just get takeout ness uncertainty is reflected rienced an increase in take- according to Wilder. Sunshine Pizza has not laid day, Vaerewyck told The now,” Vaerewyck told The in the stock market. out meals and had already The new health safety off any staff but is cutting Chronicle that, if the gover- Chronicle on Monday after- “Businesses have to rely reduced staff, according to measures have mildly im- employee hours as they nor came forth with stricter noon. “You do everything on steady revenues and have Rakes. pacted the business. reduce service because of guidelines, that she would that you can do and just customers, employees and Similar signs of protec- “We have taken a little COVID-19 precautions. have to decide if they would hope for the best.” inventory to survive,” he tive measures are prevalent bit of a hit because we don’t Across the street, Bertuc- close the shop all together Gov. Brown’s mandates said. “There is fear. There is throughout the Columbia have the dining room ci’s Chocolates has enacted or close the food portion of extend even to the food pod anxiety. There is misinfor- County at other restaurants service, we started taking a similar measures. their shop while keeping the in between the Safeway and mation and a loss of busi- and businesses. Starbucks in bowling alley in St. Helens, ness and there has not been something that has impacted a clear national response. Eat at George’s, one of the This could happen again. I food carts within the food don’t think it can be solved LIBERTY pod. at the local level. We need to BOOKKEEPING & TAX The public eating area look at a national system to has now been shut down at deal with this issue.” 503-397-4527 the food pod, meaning each But Daughtry also said of the individual food carts he is optimistic about the PATT JOHNSON MELISSA CLEGG can now only do grab-and- future. licensed tax consultants go service, according to Eat “We need to help take 10% at George’s owner George care of one another and this 15% Cunningham. will pass,” he said. Electronic SeniorSenior Cunningham said he is Filing Discount definitely concerned about Follow this developing Discount the future of his business. story at thechronicleonline. “Every small business com and in the Wednes- 2264 Columbia Blvd, St. Helens day print editions of The Next to Don’s Rental in our community is con- cerned,” Cunningham said, Chronicle. Columbia County’s trusted local news source A10 www.thechronicleonline.com Wednesday, March 18, 2020

Jeremy C. Ruark /The Chronicle The club members are constantly adjusting the robot for best performance. “incredibly stressful.” nior Evan Garrison said he’s ‘We had only six weeks hopeful the robotics experi- Photo courtesy of St. Helens School District ROBOTICS The St. Helens High School Robotics and Engineering Club members. From Page A1 to build this robot before our ence helps him gain public first competition,” he said. speaking, leadership and that the class gives her a “We have to make sure all programming skills. family experience. the systems work, that we “We started with a busi- “Yes, it is like a family,” have everything balanced ness plan,” he said. “And Carlson said. “I would likely and that everyone knows that has helped me build my never have made bonds what they are doing and that people skills.” and friendships with these they are happy, so balanc- Following Governor people if it weren’t for this ing and making sure we get Brown’s order to close K-12 class.” everything done in time.” schools due to the corona- Carlson said balancing Jerome said the com- virus, Shiel expressed the her other school classes and petitions between schools team’s disappointment. extra school activities with involves different games “The PNW league repre- the robotics production is each year. sents 184 teams currently, challenging, but rewarding. “You can be shooting so this announcement is “When it is all put to- balls with your robot one a huge disappointment to gether there is a great sense year, picking up balls an- teams across Oregon and of accomplishment,” she other year, scoring what we Washington,” she said. “The said. “With other clubs, it’s do and we are doing many organization will do its best mostly volunteering and you different things,” he said. “It to re-schedule events in the don’t always know what the is different every year.” upcoming weeks, but at this outcome is. With this, all my The current robot being point there are no guaran- hard work pays off and I say, produced by the club is de- tees of if and when this will ‘wow, I actually did that.”’ signed to pick up and store happen.” Dining room closed. “I’ve always loved tech- small balls and lift itself up The robotics and engi- nical engineering, but this on a bar. neering students said they year, as captain of the club, Jerome said the robotics hope to regroup and finish I am finding new skills and competition and the club is their project once classes Take out only. qualities about myself that I preparing him for his future. resume. They have posted didn’t realize I had before,” “I am going into college the following message on St. Helens senior Arthur for mechanical engineer- the club’s Facebook page: Jerome said. “Like leading ing and the robotics club “We will keep family Shop Local. people and making sure ev- has given me so much more and friends posted when we eryone is good and working confidence in my abilities,” have more information. We well together.” he said. “I am proud of ev- are still hard at work, and 298 S. 1st Street St. Helens, Oregon • 503-396-5108 Jerome acknowledges eryone on the team and for determined to be more ready that building robotics is once, I am proud of myself.” than ever when events are Located where the St Helens Cafe used to be. Club co-captain and Se- rescheduled.” START THE MADNESS FREE YARD DEBRIES TAKE OUT AND DELIVERY ONLY RECYCLING SAT., APRIL 20! DINING ROOM CLOSED.THE RIGHT WAY FREE YARD DEBRIES Coupon QualityRECYCLING SAT., Bark APRIL 20! at OFF DINE-IN Competitive $ ANY MEDIUM OR Quality Bark at PIZZA* DELIVERY CompetitivePrices 2

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