in case you missed it First Day at the new Vernonia Schools september11 2012 19 On the first day of classes at the new Vernonia Schools, students were greeted at the door by State Senator Betsy Johnson and Columbia County Commissioner Tony Hyde, who handed out pencils and apples. Students found their way from the bus to their classrooms, checked out the new storage cubbies and were introduced to their student body officers, 19 foreign exchange students and several students new to the district. Win these 1st Edition signed copies donated by the author A must read for anyone who loves animals Raffle Tickets $1 or 6 for $5 Drawing to be held at Salmon Fest October 6, 2012 All money will be used to buy pet food for Bailey’s Pantry Bailey’s Pantry is a Pet Food Bank located at Vernonia Cares Food Bank Purchase your tickets at Made in Vernonia, 805 Bridge Street