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2018 Siletz Tribal Scholarship Awards Arthur Bensell This scholarship is in memory of Arthur Bensell. He was a past educator, a principal, mayor of Siletz and Tribal chairman of the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians for a number of years. The scholarship is awarded to a student majoring in education. Morgan Crawford from Siletz, Ore.: Western Oregon University, major in education Oregon Transfer Degree to a four-year university, major in bio-engineering Molly Gilila from Anchorage, Alaska: University of Alaska, Fair- banks, major in biological science Brittany Lundy from Salem, Ore.: Oregon State University, major in business Shyla Stone from Springfield, Ore.: Lane Community College, associ- ate of applied science in dental hygiene Cathern Tufts Memorial Siletz Natalia Deanda from Fresno, Calif.: Fresno City College, associ- ate degree for transfer to a four-year university in sociology, certificate in Indian studies Alicia Keene from Siletz, Ore.: Chemeketa Community College, asso- ciate degree in science, Oregon Transfer Degree in business. Works in the Tribal Accounting Department On behalf of the Tufts family, this scholarship is awarded in memory of Cathern Tufts. She was the Tribal staff attorney for 14 years and is greatly missed by her family and co-workers, and loved by all who knew her. The scholarship is awarded to a student in a natural resources field or a law student, including pre-law. Happy Sweet 16 Birthday, Jordyn! It’s so hard to believe you’re a sopho- more now, it feels like yesterday you were learning how to walk. We are so proud of you. You are so driven, helpful, athletic, caring, free-spirited, beautiful and so much more. Thank you for being such a wonderful older sister and daughter. We’re looking forward to helping guide you through life as a young adult. Love, Mom, Jaylin, Papa, Grandma, Tia Sarita and the whole fam-bam XOXO Free child ID kits from the Oregon State Police 503-934-0188, 800-282-7155 or child.idkits@state.or.us Savanna Rilatos from Toledo, Ore.: Brown University, pre-law – politi- cal science and ethnic studies Pepsi – Craig Whitehead The local Pepsi Co asked that scholarships be awarded in memory of Craig Whitehead. Craig was the Tribal Whipman for a number of years as well as the Tribal pow-wow coordinator. He also had a dance troupe that performed in schools and for other events. We will always miss Craig. Suntaya Sanchez from Port Ange- les, Wash.: Freshman at the University of Alaska, major in wildlife biology and conservation Sierra Sotela from Castle Rock, Wash.: Portland Community College – Sharon Butler Memorial Sharon was killed by a drunk driver on Highway 229 and this scholarship was created by her husband, Ron But- ler, her family and friends to honor her memory. Sharon was the Johnson O’Malley coordinator at the time of her death. She enjoyed working with Tribal children and youth. This schol- arship is through the Lincoln County Foundation. Kaitlyn Dick from Newport, Ore.: Wildland Firefighter Apprenticeship Hiring Now Hiring: The USDA Forest Service is hiring wildland firefighter apprentices across the country. Wildland fire suppression and fuel management is performed in primitive, backcountry conditions. Apprentices will complete a residential firefighting academy at the Wildland Fire Training Center in McClellan Park, CA. This paid training program leads to permanent employment with the Forest Service. The program is open to applicants ages 18-37. Apply Online: USAJOBS.gov August 1 – October 15, 2018 Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be a US citizen or US national, must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license, position requires a Work Capacity Test (WCT) and is subject to a negative drug test prior to entrance on duty. Visit the Forest Service website for full eligibility requirements. Find Out More: Full details and position locations can be found at: www.fs.fed.us/fsjobs-events. Oregon Coast Community College, medical assistant Logsden Community Club to hold annual Harvest Auction LOGSDEN, Ore – The annual Logs- den Community Club Harvest Auction will be held Saturday, Oct. 6, from 6-9 p.m. The largest fundraiser of the year for the Logsden Community Club, this annual event continues to delight those who attend. An abundance of garden fresh vegeta- bles and fruit, plants, fresh baked culinary delights, home canning, unique, handmade and one of a kind items, gift certificates and gift-giving items beyond imagination will be included in the auction. Hot dogs will be on sale prior to the auction. This family friendly event prom- ises to be a fun and entertaining evening for everyone. Those who wish to donate items for the auction should bring them to the com- munity center on the day of the auction between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. The Logsden Community Club donates a portion of its profits back to the community, including the Siletz Valley Volunteer Firefighters. The Logsden Community Center, located at the junction of the Logsden/ Siletz Highway and Moonshine Park Road, is situated on a historic site where the local 20 • Siletz News • school once sat. Today’s facility, built in the 1980s, is available to rent and is a wonder- ful location for local gatherings, including weddings, family reunions, memorials and other celebrations. The facility is also a designated emergency shelter. October 2018 Rental rates for events at the center are reduced for individuals who become members of the Logsden Community Club. The cost to join is $25. For more information, contact Teresa Simmons at 541-992-2709. Tribal members receive a 15% discount on spaces at Logan Road RV Park located in Lincoln City, Ore. Call 877-LOGANRV or visit loganroad- rvpark.com for more information.* Tribal members receive a 15% discount on spaces at Hee Hee Illahee RV Resort located in Salem, Ore. Call 877-564-7295 or visit heeheeillahee. com for more information.* *Subject to availability Passages Policy Submissions to Passages are lim- ited to two 25-word items per person, plus one photo if desired. All birthday, anniversary and holiday wishes will appear in the Pas- sages section. Siletz News reserves the right to edit any submission for clarity and length. Not all submissions are guaran- teed publication upon submission. Please type or write legibly and submit via e-mail when possible.
