By Stephen Floyd The American Legion Hall in Mount Angel has some new upgrades thanks to sponsorship from a local business, and Legion leaders say it has already made a difference. Silverton-based John’s Waterproofing reached out to Legion Post 89 in September with a desire to support a veterans’ group for their regular community sponsorship program. Post 89 Adjutant Jim […]
By Melissa Wagoner When the Mt. Angel Chamber of Commerce realized this year Independence Day fell on a Sunday, they saw it as a chance to shake up the usual traditions. “[I]t seemed like a great opportunity to add an additional event on Saturday to bring people together and celebrate our town, community and independence,” Chamber of Commerce President Sarah […]
By Kristine Thomas If you ask Alfred Beyer, 82, or John Beyer, 89, why they became members of the Knights of Columbus Mount Angel Council, they will tell you they didn’t have a choice. “We were told when you are 18 years old that you join,” Alfred said, laughing. “Plus, we enjoyed the togetherness of the group.” “The Knights are […]
