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Thursday, May 17, 2012
Covering Dallas, Monmouth, Independence, Falls City and surrounding areas since 1868
February 07, 2012
Bright, yellow daffodils are beginning to make their appearance -- from well-tended gardens in MI Town, to local shops and stores and even along roadsides and in farmers' fields all around the area. And for those of us who are trying to be optimistic after so many dark and rainy days, these first signs of springtime are a wonderful and most welcome sight.
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February is also the month of all things valentine, and pretty hearts, flowers and cards can go a long way to brighten up a cold winter's day and keep us smiling for weeks to come.
This is also National Chocolate Month, which I'm happy to celebrate all year long. Members of Central Lions Club are selling See's Candy, which will make a valentine celebration even better. Proceeds from these goodies will go to help funding with many community projects in MI Town.
Contact Lyn Jobe at 503-661-3648 or ask any Lion member for more information. Deadline to order is Thursday in order to have delivery by Valentine's Day.
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The 47th annual Monmouth-Independence Community Awards Banquet is scheduled March 9 in the cafeteria at Central High School. Individual tickets are priced at $35, or two for $60. Sponsorships are also available, and nominations are being taken by the Monmouth-Independence Chamber of Commerce. Call 503-838-4268 or send an e-mail to micc@minetfiber.com for more information and to find out how you can participate in this fun evening showcasing so many good things about MI Town.
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Members of the public are invited to attend the annual Polk County Fair Board work session, scheduled Saturday in the Arts and Crafts Building at the fairgrounds. The session begins at 9 a.m. and is scheduled to end at 3 p.m. Contact Tina Andersen at 503-623-3048 to reserve your spot. Lunch will be available for a fee from Affair Catering.
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Are there any amateur detectives out there who can help me find Eileen?
My sister, Suzie Bruce, recently sent me two postcards (one postmarked: Tacoma, WA 1912) that she found at an antique sale, held far from MI Town. The cards were addressed to Miss Eileen Hewitt, RFD, Monmouth, Oregon. Mrs. Walker wished Eileen a happy birthday, and Bertha sent her wishes as well.
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There is now an easy to remember number to access services in Polk, Marion and Yamhill counties. Simply dial 2-1-1 for free and confidential information about resources and services available -- from energy assistance to emergency food and shelter -- weekdays from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m.
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