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8 Wednesday, September 2, 2015 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon Donate blood to commemorate 9/11 The American Red Cross is partnering with 9/11 Day to offer individuals a chance to help others and commem- orate the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, by giv- ing blood or volunteering their time with the Red Cross. 9/11 Day was launched in 2002 as an annual day of service to honor the victims and heroes of September 11. Since then, it has evolved into the largest annual day of charitable engagement in the U.S. and was designated as a National Day of Service and Remembrance by the U.S. Congress in 2009. Each year tens of millions of people observe the day by perform- ing acts of service and good deeds. “This annual observance increasingly resonates with people with each pass- ing year, for the benefit of countless people and com- munities in need, and that’s surely gratifying,” said Jay S. Winuk, co-founder of 9/11 Day. “Those who participate are making a real difference. The Red Cross is an ideal partner to engage people to step forward, and we’re confident that blood donors, volunteers and organizations will answer this call for help while honoring the heroes of 9/11.” Winuk lost his brother Glenn in the 9/11 attacks. Glenn J. Winuk, an attorney with Holland & Knight in downtown Manhattan, served as a volunteer firefighter and EMT for almost 20 years. After helping evacuate the Holland & Knight law offices where he was a partner, he raced to the nearby World Trade Center’s south tower to help with rescue efforts. He died when that tower col- lapsed – a borrowed first- response medical kit was found by his side. “Giving blood is a fitting way for people to remember those who lost their lives on 9/11 and to honor the first responders who rose up in response to the attacks and those who serve and protect communities every day,” said Jared Schultzman, com- munications manager of the Red Cross Pacific Northwest Blood Services Region. Blood donors of all types – especially those with types AB, O-negative, A-negative and B-negative – are encouraged to give. Type O-negative is the universal blood type that can be trans- fused to patients of any blood type. It is often used to treat trauma patients and is always in demand by hospitals. “The Red Cross is proud to partner with 9/11 Day and empower members of our communities to give blood and volunteer to com- memorate this anniversary while making a profound contribution to community preparedness,” said Donna M. Morrissey, director of national partnerships, Red Cross Biomedical Services. “Giving the gift of life to someone else is a way to continue the healing process in the face of tragic circum- stances Americans couldn’t imagine before that day.” Those who would like to observe the 9/11 National Day of Service and Remembrance by donating blood are encour- aged to make an appointment to give in Sisters on Monday, September 7, 1 to 6 p.m. at Sisters Fire Hall, 301 S. Elm St. Download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to make an appointment or for more information. We’re Committed To Your Family’s Dental Health! Flexible Payment Plans Including 0% Interest Financing (Ask for details, restrictions apply.) INTRuDER: Police urge securing doors and vehicles Continued from page 1 the area of the power sta- tion behind the subdivision, where the suspect may have had a car. Utter noted that a bike was left at the scene. The sheriff’s office will dissemi- nate a photo of the bike, ask- ing local folks if they can identify an owner. According to Utter, the suspect entered the house through an unlocked door. He reminded Sisters area residents that it is important to secure doors at night and lock vehicles — basic pre- cautions to avoid being an easy target. Captain Utter said the suspect is likely male and a teenager or a young adult, with some athletic ability. He also noted that there have been some other recent incidences of vandalism in the neighborhood, and a resident returned home to find a sliding door open, leading her to believe some- one might have entered the residence. “There may be an indi- vidual or two working the area looking for easy targets,” Captain Utter said. Anyone with information on the incident is asked to contact the sheriff’s office non-emergency dispatch at 541-693-6911. SPRINKLER BLOWOUTS Protect your underground sprinklers from winter freeze! Call to Reserve t Equipmen Early! NEED IT, RENT IT! 506 N. Pine Ben Crockett, D.D.S. p 541-549-9486 f 541-549-9110 410 E. Cascade Ave. • P.O. 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In filings made last month, Goertzen’s attorney Marlin Ard asks the court to vacate that judgment and award, and reopen the case against Dan and Cheryl Stewart and Lisa Young. An argument on that motion and countermotions is set for October 30. Filings on behalf of Goertzen also request that a similar case against parents Merry Ann Moore and Rob Corrigan be reopened. Ard told The Nugget that he and his client believe they have a strong basis for requesting that the cases be reopened. A suit against the Sisters School District is ongoing. Oral arguments in that suit were held in May; a court date is set for December. Ageism is discrimination against a group to which we all aspire to belong. — Ashton Applewhite Dr. ponnie Malone, DC Sisters Chiropractic Clinic • 16190 Hwy. 126, Sisters • 541-549-7141 Serving Sisters for 34 Years