By Tanner Russ Ed McKenney is the Mount Angel Chamber of Commerce President’s Award recipient for 2015. It is easy to see why he was chosen. McKenney’s resume speaks for itself. McKenney, 84, is the cofounder of GEM Equipment of Oregon along with George Everts. The company was established in 1969 and provides services to the French fry potato industry […]
Silverton High School Theater 1456 Pine St., Silverton Performances Feb. 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 27 at 7 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 21, 2 p.m. matinee Tickets are available by calling the high school: 503-873-6331, ext. 3778 or at the door By Tanner Russ Silverton High School junior Alina Stratton feels a little like the character she plays in the […]
By Tanner Russ Silverton’s Future First Citizen Katie Brazelton’s career at Silverton High School has kept her busy with activities including being a FFA, FBLA and 4-H member. Silverton Principal Mark Hannan gave glowing reviews of Brazelton, adding she is extremely focused. “She is wise and mature beyond her years,” Hannan said. “I think what impressed me most was her […]
By Tanner Russ Kennedy High School, has had a whole host of improvements over the past year. The school received a major face-lift, with the facade of the building moving out 30 feet to create space for a new commons area. Other changes include renovations of office spaces, a weight room adjacent to the cafeteria, a reinforced gym floor to […]
By Tanner Russ Our Town met with Silverton City Manager Bob Willoughby to discuss the state of the city, with topics ranging from the acquisition of a site for the new police department, to replacing Silverton’s aging infrastructure.Here is what Willoughby had to say: Infrastructure challenges facing Silverton Willoughby was frank in discussing the issues facing Silverton. A lack of […]
By Tanner Russ There is a reason the volunteer and staff firefighters of the Silverton Fire Department take on an extra project every December. “Every child should open up a gift on Christmas and every child should go to bed with a full tummy, that’s our goal,” Silverton Fire Capt. Ed Grambusch said. For 15 years, the Silverton Fire Department […]
By Tanner Russ Silverton artist Jim Bornzin can do some pretty amazing things with scissors. Well, not just any scissors. He uses fine-pointed, surgical scissors for his art. “Scissor art is a German art form called scherenschnitte based on silhouette cutting which began in France many centuries ago. It’s also done in the Orient and nowadays it’s done with lasers […]
By Tanner Russ Discovering the joys of yoga, personal training and intuitive eating, Bridget Schuch wants to share with others the harmony and balance she has in her life. That’s why she opened Gratitude Yoga and Movement Space this summer in Silverton. “Only the individual knows what it feels like to be in their body, only they get to decide […]
By Tanner Russ Usually, when you go to a concert, there is one kind of music playing such as jazz, classical or rock-and-roll. What makes the Silverton Sidewalk Shindig special is there are more than 30 venues showcasing a variety of musicians. On Saturday, Oct. 3, beginning at noon until late, there will be musicians showcasing their talents all over […]
By Tanner Russ The Rose City Comic Con is more then a gathering for comic book aficionados. It’s a pop-culture event where attendees can play games, learn, dress-up and more. In September, people of all different backgrounds descended upon Portland’s convention center to watch panels moderated by actors, writers and personalities revered within the world of geekdom. For some, the […]
By Tanner Russ Eager to showcase Mount Angel’s unique characteristics, quirky history and spiritual significance, community members are working to create a Mount Angel Heritage Trail. The walking the trail is the brain child of a Mount Angel Chamber of Commerce subcommittee started by Susan Gallagher, Paula Mabry and Don Robinson. Over time they have been joined by representatives from […]
By Tanner Russ For most first-year college students, there can be a lot of hassles: what to bring to college, what stays at home, coping with a new school and curriculum, simply deciding just what the heck to do in life. For Portland State University’s Zachary Gengler, that’s only half of it. Playing guard for PSU’s basketball team, Gengler has […]
