By Dixon Bledsoe Brent Earhart has many fans. So many, in fact, 12 signed his nomination to be Mt. Angel’s First Citizen. And that was just one nomination. To Earhart, being nominated is very special. “It feels great and I am truly humbled. I have received awards and medals before, but this is even better because it comes from […]
Jason Franz was the boy who went into bike shops with $100 in his pocket and no one would help because he was a kid and didn’t look like a customer.
Laura Wanker and Helen Thomas understand kids. It might take them only a few hours, a couple of weeks or many months, but they invest the time to learn about their students because of their genuine love, understanding, education and passion.
Registrations are slow for the YMCA’s winter basketball leagues and the group’s leaders encourage kids to sign up by Jan. 19. The leagues for boys and girls commence Jan. 26. Coaches are also needed for a few teams.
By Dixon Bledsoe For parents, the holidays are often pressure-packed with family get-togethers, work, the demands of winter travel and kids. This year, finances play a larger part in the stress wars than perhaps most can remember. The economy is on the skids and pressures on the family budget are even more acute during the gift-giving season. Regardless of the […]
By Dixon Bledsoe Silverton resident Mary Fogarty was ready to take on the world when she graduated from Seattle University in 1968 with a bachelor’s degree in nursing. So when the U.S. Army agreed to pay for the last two years of her college expenses plus a small salary in exchange for three years of service, Fogarty was fine with […]
Where can you “shoot” a turkey without firing any shoots? One place to try your luck is the 68th annual Mt. Angel American Legion Post #89 Turkey Shoot on Nov. 8 and 9 at the club’s headquarters, 220 College St., Mt. Angel.
By Dixon Bledsoe This is a volatile economic time. The public is scared, government and financial officials seem to be pointing blame at others and there’s no clear way out of the situation. In trying to understand the issue and to plan for the future, straight talk in easy-to-understand terms is more welcome than ever. Investment Certified Financial Planner™ […]
By Dixon Bledsoe The Silverton chapter of Lions Club recently celebrated 70 years of service in the community, and there is no end in sight. Otto Stadeli, chapter president for the fourth time, said the 70th anniversary party was a smash hit. More than 80 people attended the Oct. 2 event at United Methodist Church’s Fellowship Hall. Along with dinner […]
By Dixon Bledsoe Silverton Coffee Station Christy Peters has made the career switch from bookkeeper to barista of Silverton Coffee Station, 206 S. Water St. Hours are Monday through Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sundays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Peters and her husband, Daryl, bought the coffee shop in July. Along with a wide array of […]
ilverton Mayor Ken Hector loves having a good time, plain and simple. And when that “good time” results in thousands of dollars being raised for worthwhile causes, enabling him to play Santa right after the holidays, it’s better yet.
The Mayor’s Ball, also known as Ken’s Soiree, is coming back for the 16th time on Oct. 18 and everyone has a personal invitation from the mayor himself.
By Dixon Bledsoe Walking around Scotts Mills during the 25th annual SummerFest, visitors felt like they were living Americana. In a summer filled with festivals celebrating harvests, tractors, cartoonists, and freedom, Scotts Mills SummerFest has the obligatory corn dogs, barbecue, face painting and craft booths. But there was a feeling about SummerFest that made it unique. Like the horseshoe contest, […]
By Dixon Bledsoe Rob Chadwick knows exactly how he will die and what he will die from. Last September, he was diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis. Also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, A.L.S. is a progressive, usually fatal, neurodegenerative disease caused by the breaking down of motor neurons. For a man who knows what is ahead – total paralysis, loss […]
When John Labovitz was asked to create the poster for the eighth annual Silverton Fine Arts Festival, the local photographer envisioned taking photographs of local artists working in their medium.
“We are known as an arts town and even though we have a great selection of local and regional artists, I thought about highlighting some of our local artists,” Labovitz said.
As the owner of Silverton Fitness, Mike Thompson is no stranger to fitness, although he took a circuitous route getting there.
A graduate of the University of Oregon with a history degree, Thompson wasn’t sure what he wanted to do for a career. After college, he spent two years working in the fitness industry.
By Dixon Bledsoe The celebration of Homer Davenport, the local boy who made good as an internationally renowned political cartoonist, returns for its 28th year Aug.1- 3. But to ensure the festival runs smoothly, volunteers are needed. How to get involved To help out call 503-508-9591, visit www.davenportdays.com.or attend a board meeting held Tuesdays, 6 p.m. or 8:30 a.m., at […]
By Dixon Bledsoe
So how exactly does a construction manager end up owning a beautiful restaurant on Silver Creek in historic Silverton?
Manny Rodrigues paints a great story. The North Salem High graduate lives in Beaverton, spent eight years in Hawaii and is a construction lead for Mo Salem, owner of Westside Drywall. Locals see the company’s handiwork all over town, most notably the restoration of the Wolf Building, the extreme makeover of the former Silver Falls Realty Building (corner of Main and Water), Silverton Coffee Station buildings and the Hartman Building.
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