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12 community july26 2011 Vernonia’s Harrison is This Year’s “My Fair Lady” The “My Fair Lady” pageant is held each year SH: We were given three questions that would be asked during the Columbia County Fair to recognize senior and I just thought them over, that was all the prepara- women for their outstanding service to their commu- tion I did. nities. Each community nominates a princess and a queen is chosen at the Fair. This year Sally Harrison of Vernonia was named the winner. The rest of the court this year was made up of Kay Jillson of St. Helens; Diane Grube of Scappoose; Liz Sandahl of Rainier; and Dana Harman from Clats- kanie. Harrison was nominated for her work on the Vernonia Economic Development Committee, the Ver- nonia Airport Committee, the Vernonia Salmon Festi- val, and Vernonia Pride. She has served as the Mayor of Vernonia and on the Columbia County Cultural Trust Board. Harrison won the crowd and the judges with her charm, her stage presence, and most of all her sense of humor. Vernonia’s Voice caught up with Ms. Harri- son to find out how she feels about being Queen of the County. ing) That’s just normal for me! But you know, I do en- joy things like this—I enjoy being entertaining. VV: The last question was the surprise question and I really liked your answer to that one-- What was your favorite age? SH: Yes, when I was up there, I kind of went through them in my head, and you know there is something good about every age, but I thought my 40’s were the best, because I was old enough to know better, but still young enough to do it! And you know getting older is OK, but sometimes your body can’t keep up with your mind and do what it wants, and sometimes your mind isn’t keeping up with your body—it looks like it’s going to be a race to the finish to see which gives up first! VV: What are your duties as “My Fair Lady”? SH: I will ride in the parade during Jamboree and wear the tiara and wave to the crowd. What I like is that I represent our Senior Center and this community for the County. And that is a real honor. The other four ladies were very lovely ladies and to be chosen from Vernonia’s Voice: First of all Congratulations. So that group was a real honor. You know I had to be 70 how does it feel to be named “My Fair Lady”? before I ever got to a princess—back in school I was Sally Harrison: “Well, thank you! You know, it always class president or the head of the decorating doesn’t take much to win—you know anything I’ve ever committee and those kinds of things. I was never in the won before was because I put a lot of work and effort prom court. So it’s like my life has come full circle and into it and there’s the reward of winning. But this was VV: It seemed like your sense of humor really won now I’ve become a Princess. So, you know, if you wait just for being and it’s unusual for me. long enough, all your dreams can come true! Or, if you over the crowd? SH: Really? You know, I noticed they were laughing, LIVE long enough, all your dreams can come true. VV: How did you prepare for the Pageant? but then I’m used to people laughing AT me! (Laugh- 2011 Columbia County Fair Despite less than cooperative weather, it looks like the Columbia County Fair was a success. Local 4-H kids came home with lots of ribbons. Emily Nodland of St. Helens was crowned Queen of the 2012 Columbia County Rodeo Court and Vernonian Sally Harrison was named “My Fair Lady.” New activities, the All-Alaskan Racing Pigs and the Kids Tractor Pull were both a big hit and everyone seemed to have a good time! id e v o pr rnet w n o I n te e W DS L s t o We ck no ba w tte rie s aga s Racing pigs and kids pedaling tractors were both new events at this year’s fair. Nicole Glass of Vernonia with her prize winning steer. COMPUTER & INTERNET SERVICES •Computer Servicing • Upgrades & Repairs • Office Supplies • Media Transfers • Ink and Toner Refills 503.429.TECH • New & Used Computers in stock • Cell Phone Service & Accessories • Color Copies & Printing Available • Notary Services • Internet - DSL, Wireless & Dial up 866 Bridge Street, Vernonia reach thousands of potential customers advertise here! email us: ads@vernoniasvoice.com call us: 503.367.0098 Grey Dawn Gallery 879 Bridge St. (503) 429-2787 Photography - Bronze Jewelry - Glasswork Muffy’s 950 Bridge Street Vernonia, O8 97064 503.429.5050 or 866.524.5050 www.muffys.com World Headquarters Vernonia, Oregon STEVE HM: 503-429-3400 CELL: 503-313-9006 DENNIS HM: 503-429-2810 CELL: 503-313-9044 Pottery - Custom Framing www.greydawngallery.com Featuring the finest in northwest art We saddle shoe. Do you? WELLER & SON’S SELF LOADER LONG LOGGER CUSTOM LOGGING 1264 G ST. VERNONIA, OR 97064 O.P.L. CERTIFIED O.P.L.H. CERTIFIED ROAD BUILDNIG LAND CLEARING EXCAVATION
