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About Vernonia's voice. (Vernonia, OR) 2007-current | View Entire Issue (Jan. 24, 2012)
4 community bulletin board/letters to the editor january24 2012 Readers Lend Their Voices... On Wednesday afternoon, December 14, as I was leaving my home to go to the homework club at Washington Grade School I fell directly on my left knee replacement. I could not move due to the pain. When I didn’t show up at school, David asked Eldonna to check on me and she found me and called 911. I would like to thank Dean Smith for overseeing the situation, Kara Kemper for keeping me calm, Spencer Oliver for his expert first aid, Randy Carlton and Tom Moss for their safe driving and Dan Hanson. The team’s action and united teamwork had me on the way to the hospital in only a few minutes. I remember one of the e.r. doctors crediting Spencer for the way he loaded me into the ambulance. Because of the severity of the break, moving the leg into another position could have severed an artery. Although the crisis phase is over, the femur bone was broken in half and was screwed to a plate that was attached to the knee replacement. There will be no weight bearing on this leg for three months (one down, two to go!). A side complication required a second surgery, i.v. antibiotics for four weeks and I am back in the rehab facility for an undetermined period of time. These days and weeks since my fall, my wonderful, devoted husband David has been at my side. I have the utmost gratitude for his devotion. I don’t know where I’d be without it. Both of us were, and are still, amazed at the Vernonia caring spirit that came out from everywhere to help us. The notes, letters, cards, flowers, well wishes and visits were uplifting to us. You all know who you are- Betty, Aaron and Betsy, Eldonna and Grant, Lisa, Ralph, Judy, Tamorah and Gienah, Carol, Ronda, Jana, Roxanna, Glenda, Kelley, Linda, Lynn, Janelle, VCC church, Marty, Mark, St. Mary’s and the WGS and VMS students. Janean and family has given wonderful care to Teddy Bear at a moment’s notice. Sharon and company kept David in Vernonia at my request for fellowship, food and games to cheer him up and loosen his stress on Christmas Eve day and evening. There have been anonymous gifts for expenses and gas and for this we thank you so much. Sharron, Rietta, Lorna, Brooke, Leslie and Peter, Lila, Kinnell, Kellie and Sharon provided meals and ran errands, cleaned the house, took down all the Christmas decorations and cared for the dog, so that HOW TO SEND LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Vernonia’s Voice welcomes and requests your thoughts, opinions and ideas. Please include your name, address and phone number, limit your letters to 300 words or less. Vernonia’s Voice reserves the right to edit, omit, respond or ask for a response to let- ters submitted. We will print letters space permitting. Deadline is the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month. Email: scott@vernoniasvoice.com or mail to: Letters, PO Box 55, Vernonia, OR 97064. Why not pay off your mortgage before he heads off to college? David did not have to worry about shopping, cooking or cleaning and could focus more time on the most important needs. David and I are amazed at how much this town did and cared for us. We are touched and humbled by your kindness and caring. Thank you all so much and I pray that God will bless you immensely. If there is anyone that I forgot I pray that God will give you a double blessing. Sonia Spackman and David too. Vernonia Dear Vernonia Cares Food Bank Supporters, Thank you, one and all, for your continued support for our Holiday Grocery Box Project. Thanks to your generosity, 205 households (containing 652 people) were given a turkey and food for their Christmas meal. This project is always strongly supported by individuals and organizations throughout our Vernonia community. Truly, you exemplify what our name says, “Vernonia Cares!” Gratefully, Sandy Welch, Director Vernonia Cares Upcoming Events 2012 Vernonia Festivals Meeting, Thursday, January 26th, 6:00 PM-- at City Hall. Anyone interested in participating or planning an event during Jamboree or Salmon Festival should come down and get involved. New ideas are welcome! Limiting Factors for Coho Salmon in Rock Creek, January 26 th , 7:00 PM-- at the Vernonia Grange, 375 North St. Steve Trask of Bio-Surveys, LLC will be presenting his research to the Upper Nehalem Watershed Council and public, focused on the physical factors limiting the population of coho salmon within the Rock Creek basin, and restoration prescriptions which will promote healthy population levels in the future. T-ball, Baseball and Softball Sign-Ups, February 1 and February 23, 6:00 to 8:00 PM --at the Washington Grade School Library from. For more information contact:T-ball-- Maria Lemay, 503-429-1067; Baseball--Brooke Morrison, 503-726-8427; Softball--Katie Poetter, 503-429-0700 Vernonia Rural Fire Protection District Regular Board Meeting, February 13, 2012 at 7:00 PM—Rescheduled from last month, at the Vernonia Fire Hall. Drop Sites for the Special General Election to be held January 31, 2012 Drop sites for the election will be as follows: U.S. BANK SMART REFINANCE 4.25 % APR * Fixed Rate up to 15 years VERNONIA LIBRARY 701 Weed Ave. Jan. 13 – Jan. 30 During Library Hours Jan. 31 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Pay off your home faster with a U.S. Bank Smart Refinance. What’s the smart solution to being mortgage freeB A Smart Refinance from U.S. Bank. Refinance into a 15-year mortgage and you’ll save big on interest, build equity faster and be mortgage free before you know it. With a U.S. Bank Smart Refinance, you’ll enjoy: • No closing costs • Easy application process • No points or fees • Free setup of bi-weekly payments Smart Refinance is only one of many mortgage refinance options that U.S. Bank offers. Make a smart move and contact your local branch, usbank.com, or call 888-444-BANK to discuss all of your refinancing options. Vernonia Branch 905 Bridge Street 503-429-6271 usbank.com | 888-444-BANK (2265) *4.25% fixed Annual Percentage Rate (APR) is available for 15-year first position home equity installment loans $40,000 to $250,000 with loan-to-value of 70% or less or 80% or less depending on market. U.S. Bank Package required. Higher rates apply for higher LTV or other loan amount. Automatic payments required. Loan payment example: on a $40,000 loan for 180 months at 4.25% interest rate, monthly payments would be $300.91. No customer paid closing costs, APR is 4.25%. Payment example does not include amounts for taxes and insurance premiums. The monthly payment obligation will be greater if taxes and insurance are included and an initial customer deposit may be required if an escrow account for these items is established. Offer is subject to normal credit qualifications. Rates are subject to change. Property insurance is required. Consult your tax advisor regarding the deductibility of interest. Home Equity loans and lines of credit are offered through U.S. Bank National Association ND. ©2011 U.S. Bancorp, U.S. Bank. Member FDIC RAINIER CITY HALL 106 B St. West Jan. 13 – Jan. 30 During Office Hours Jan. 31 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM CLATSKANIE LIBRARY 11 Lillich St. Jan. 13 – Jan. 30 During Library Hours Jan. 31 12:00 – 8:00 PM SCAPPOOSE CITY HALL 33568 E. Columbia Ave. Jan. 13 – Jan. 30 During Office Hours Jan. 31 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM MIST BIRKENFELD RFPD 12525 Highway 292 Jan. 13 – Jan. 30 During Office Hours Jan. 31 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM COUNTY COURTHOUSE ELECTIONS DEPT. 230 Strand St. St. Helens, OR 97051 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Mon. – Thu. Election Day – Jan. 31 - 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM A drive-by drop box is located in the lower parking lot. Local Properties For Rent PAYROLL PLUS LLC Edi Sheldon 503-429-1819 edisheldon@gmail.com Income Tax Preparation (Individual & Small Business) Bookkeeping QuickBooks Assistance Full Service Payroll LTC#29629-C 420 A Street - 4 bdrm + bonus room, 3 bath, family room, laundry room. Updated vinyl windows throughout. Formerly a 3-plex converted into a home. $995/month 458 North St - 3 bdrm, 2 bath, wood floors throughout, gas heat, living room with freestanding wood stove, tile counters in kitchen, garage and patio, $895/month 184 Bridge Street - 2 bdrm, 1 bath, duplex, completely remodeled kitchen & bath, new carpet & paint, garage, w/d hookups. $650/month For more info contact Rhonda at 503-784-9560 VIP Property Management, Inc. VERNONIA PHARMACY Better Service, Less Wait, Same Co-Pay We take Pride in our Quality, Personal service Come on in for your flu shot Call now to Transfer Your Prescriptions! 503-429-0591 Check out our website: www.vernoniarx.com *ONLINE PRESCRIPTION REFILL *PERSONALIZED E-MAIL NEWSLETTERS *DRUG ALERTS AND INFORMATION *AND MUCH MORE Hours of Operation: Mon.-Fri. 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Saturday 9:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. Closed Sunday
