By Hannah Kloft Margaret Gersch, 91, is nine years younger than the city of Scotts Mills. She recalls moving to Scotts Mills in 1931 when there were no paved roads. It was only gravel roads once travelers passed the bridge. She grew up four miles up Crooked Finger Road, and then moved into the town of Scotts Mills when she […]
By Kristine Thomas and Hannah Kloft Silver Falls School Board Member Aaron Koch is disappointed in how fellow board member Todd White has conducted himself and is concerned his actions may be a liability to the board and district. At the July 11 school board meeting, Koch asked there to be a discussion on board member roles and responsibilities. Koch […]
By Hannah Kloft Mount Angel resident Henrietta Dill has envisioned a military theme for the Glockenspiel figures for many years. On July 4, her idea becomes a reality. The near life-size carved figures will take their posts in the three-story timepiece at the city’s center for the summer – July 4th through Labor Day. Each represents a branch of service: […]
By Kristine Thomas Kennedy High School junior Hannah Kloft cannot count all the times Reagan Purdy has made a difference in her life. “Ever since I was a freshman, Reagan has always helped me so much. She is always compassionate and she never wants anything back in return,” Kloft said of Purdy, who is the school secretary. “She does so […]
