A man with a vision: Rick Lewis set to retire as Silverton police chief

June 2012 Posted in Community, People | Comments Off

By Brenna Wiegand Rick Lewis puts the same care and attention to detail into whatever he does, whether tying an intricate fishing fly or ensuring Silverton’s transition to a new police chief is as seamless as possible. Lewis, Silverton’s police chief since ...

A lesson in persistence: Silverton skatepark’s first phase funded

June 2012 Posted in Community, Sports | Comments Off

By Kristine Thomas Jason Franz said there were fleeting moments in his nine-year quest to build a skateboard park in Silverton in which he was ready to throw his hands up in frustration and quit. “I never thought it would take 10 ...

Baby boom: Center wins national attention, local fans

June 2012 Posted in Business, Your Health | Comments Off

By Kristine Thomas Yara Delgado and Kristin High shared one of their most private, physically painful, yet monumental moments in their lives with their colleagues. They did so knowing they could fully trust them, would not be judged for anything they said ...

Serving up a swirl: Self-serve frozen yogurt comes to Silverton

June 2012 Posted in Business | Comments Off

By Omie Drawhorn The “dinosaur” covered in a layer of dust was all Tasha and Jim Rowland needed to see to know they found the perfect spot for their business, Spoonful Frozen Yogurt. When real estate agent Terry Castor told them there ...

Striking oil: Meadowfoam looks lovely, smells good, and a gallon can sell for $200

June 2012 Posted in Business | Comments Off

By P. Milliren How does meadowfoam, a delicate white flower grown on the hills in and around Silverton, help fuel a race car and erase wrinkles? Simple. The plant’s seed is turned into high-grade oil that is used for car engines and ...

Soda success: Mount Angel Brewing Co. wins root beer competition

June 2012 Posted in Business | Comments Off

By Don Murtha Taking on the big boys can be tough, but when you take first place at a competition you have an advantage. Mount Angel Brewing Co. took home the honors of first place among the small root beer and soda ...

Treasure hunt: Silverton’s July 4th antique street fair expands its offerings

June 2012 Posted in Arts, Culture & History, Community | Comments Off

By Kathy Cook Hunter A favorite summer event of collectors from miles around is about to be improved. Old Stuff on Main Street, an annual Fourth of July antiques-and-collectibles street fair in Silverton, is expanding this year, taking in more streets, more ...

July festivities abound: Entertainment options are vast and varied

June 2012 Posted in Arts, Culture & History, Community | Comments Off

By Don Murtha There’s a secret Silverton and Mount Angel residents know. The Fourth of July is celebrated for two days - not just one, and the fun just keeps on coming all month long Silverton Day at The Garden The festivities start ...

Something for the Soul: Soul’s secret language

June 2012 Posted in Columnists & Opinion | Comments Off

By Winnie Bolton Everyone has their own secret language for their inner world which we, at times, attempt to awaken. Pressure is put on psychiatry to help with this sacred world because we look for trust and receptivity before opening up ourselves. People ...

Saying good-bye: Carol Gordon’s Scotts Mills students are her legacy

June 2012 Posted in School | Comments Off

By Omie Drawhorn Carol Gordon’s influence on her students will be remembered long after her retirement. When the second grade teacher at Scotts Mills Elementary announced her retirement after 33 years, the letters, emails and well wishes from parents and  students – ...

Going the distance: Mandy Meyer excels running ultramarathons

June 2012 Posted in Sports | Comments Off

By Steve Ritchie For much of her life, Mandy Meyer disdained running. In fact, she thought running was pointless, stupid, and, worst of all, painful. “I was never a runner,” Meyer said. “I hated it and it felt awful. I could never ...

A Grin at the End: Oregon’s own style of Olympics

June 2012 Posted in Columnists & Opinion | Comments Off

By Carl Sampson The Summer Olympic games kick off later this month in London. From water polo to team handball and women’s boxing, the most beloved sports that you’ve never heard of will be displayed in all of their glory. I have ...

Top of the class: Kennedy valedictorians, salutatorian plan next steps

June 2012 Posted in People, School | Comments Off

By Don Murtha The top five students at John F. Kennedy High School share many talents, goals, dreams and achievements. At 18 years old, with high school behind them, they now move on to achieve careers in the medical field, science and ...

Silverton scholars: Class of 2012 eager to face the future

June 2012 Posted in People, School | Comments Off

By Kristine Thomas Morgan Anderson graduates with a perfect attendance record. Grant Martinson literally made a mark on the floor at Matthew Knight Arena at the University of Oregon. Talia Helman “throws clay” to relieve stress. Madeline Kuenzi admits baking isn’t ...

In their own words: SHS vals and sals share parting thoughts

June 2012 Posted in Other | Comments Off

Silverton High School valedictorians Morgan Anderson, Abigail Bennett, Bridget Garlinghouse, Talia Helman, Josif Illisoi, Amy Jamsa, Madeline Kuenzi, Marissa Sewart and Karen Zhen and salutatorians Miriam Drummond, Kaitlyn Furnish and Grant Martinson share some insights. What advice would you give to ...

Golden moment: Mark Twain students receive OMSI Award

June 2012 Posted in School | Comments Off

By Katie Tolmachoff There’s a new golden cup at Mark Twain Middle School that has sparked an interest and enthusiasm in science for students. The 2012 Intel Northwest Science Expo, hosted by Portland State University, recently awarded Mark Twain Middle School The ...

Appetite for expansion: Mt. Angel Sausage owner plans brewery, shop

June 2012 Posted in Business, Food & Drink | Comments Off

By Steve Ritchie Jim Hoke is a guy who doesn’t sit still for very long. The owner of Mt. Angel Sausage Co., Hoke is always on the move at his restaurant. On any given day, he will be making sausage, checking ...

Thanks for the memories: Memoir class proves to be a family gift

June 2012 Posted in Other | Comments Off

By Brenna Wiegand Writing Class Mondays, 10 a.m. Silverton Methodist Church 203 W. Main St., Silverton Wednesdays, 2 p.m. Mount Angel Towers, 1 Towers Lane Mount Angel Instructor Pat Love: 503-845-2419 The result is the next-best thing to sitting at grandma’s side, soaking up tales from a ...

End of the line?: Climbing costs, declining revenues may cut rail service

June 2012 Posted in Business | Comments Off

By Mary Owen The prospect of cutting service south of Mount Angel by a short-haul, family-owned railway could negatively impact local businesses and the community. “The rail line runs from the Union Pacific main line in Woodburn, through Mount Angel, Silverton, Aumsville ...

Re-inventing an industry: Group ponders possibilities for public land

June 2012 Posted in News | Comments Off

By James Day At about 11 a.m. on a bright May morning, a group of people gather in a stand of Douglas fir trees in the Willamette National Forest. The site, called Woodpecker, is off Road 2200 in the Detroit Ranger ...

An usherette’s tale: ‘New’ Silverton theater a memorable first job

June 2012 Posted in Arts, Culture & History | Comments Off

Editor’s note: Long-time Silverton resident Cheryl Arbuckle was an usher at the “new” Silverton theater in the 1930s. Here she shares a few memories... By Cheryl Arbuckle Once more let’s journey back to the mid-1930s when the Depression was at its depths ...

Uncharted territory: East Valley wineries offer a chance to explore

June 2012 Posted in Business, Food & Drink | Comments Off

By Omie Drawhorn East Valley Wine Festival St. Josef’s Winery, 28836 S. Barlow Road, Canby Winemaker’s Gala Evening: 6-10 p.m. Friday, June 15, $35 Wine Tasting and Competition: noon-6 p.m. Saturday, June 16, $10. For information and a list of participating wineries, visit www.eastvalleywine.com or call 503-651-3190 East Valley wineries have long ...

Successful season: Kennedy High School girls take third at state meet

June 2012 Posted in School, Sports | Comments Off

“This was truly a remarkable season for Kennedy track and field,” Coach Steve Ritchie said. “Our young boys team worked hard and improved by leaps and bounds. I am excited to see their success in the future. “Our girls team was ...

End of the line? Climbing costs, declining revenues may cut rail service

June 2012 Posted in Business | Comments Off

By Mary Owen The prospect of cutting service south of Mount Angel by a short-haul, family-owned railway could negatively impact local businesses and the community, according to city officials. “The rail line runs from the Union Pacific main line in Woodburn, through ...

People Out Loud: Joys of a dad

June 2012 Posted in Columnists & Opinion | Comments Off

Father’s Day is upon us, and I think it prudent to call it Father’s Week, or Dad’s Month. Yeah, that’s the ticket. Let us paternal types milk it for all its worth. It can be a tough job. In my 21 ...
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