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Thursday, May 17, 2012
Covering Dallas, Monmouth, Independence, Falls City and surrounding areas since 1868
February 15, 2012
I'd like to send belated Valentine's Day greetings and a big helping of gratitude to those who help make living in MI Town extra special all year long.
* To everyone at our local elementary schools, Central High School and Western Oregon University who work hard to provide an excellent education to our younger generation, thank you for sharing your gifts with our students and giving them the opportunity for a bright and happy future.
Best wishes to the professors, teachers, clerical folks and the men and women who keep our campuses neat, tidy and safe, and those who are there to help with physical and emotional needs, as well.
Thank you to the students who come to MI Town from all over the world -- you keep us young and give us an opportunity to become more involved in so many activities on campus and in the community.
* I'd like to bestow lots of hearts and flowers upon both the Monmouth and Independence public libraries for providing the best children's programs for our even-younger generation, and as a warm and cozy place to meet with friends and colleagues. There are so many ongoing activities available for everyone.
* The color red often signifies danger to our local firefighters and police officers, so wouldn't it be nice if they received some kind and caring wishes as well? They are always watching out for us 24/7 and are also our friends and neighbors.
* Nothing beats the feel of a newspaper in our hands and the opportunity to read for ourselves what is going on in our community and our world. The newspaper -- whether on a daily or weekly basis -- is our true connection with local events and happenings and human interest stories about people we know. Valentine wishes to everyone involved with our newspapers, and thank you for all those hours and days working hard when the rest of us are sleeping or celebrating holidays or off on vacations.
* An extra special shower of valentines goes to the Monmouth Senior Center, where Sue Teal and a wonderful group of volunteers work hard every day to offer programs, classes, field trips and the opportunity to meet new friends. If you're new to the area and haven't discovered the Monmouth Senior Center, stop by any weekday between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. at 180 S. Warren St.
On Monday, people of all ages can enjoy an evening of spaghetti, homemade cookies and cupcakes, and karaoke at the senior center beginning at 6 p.m. Prices are $7 for adults, $3.50 for kids under 12, and an evening of fun is guaranteed.
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