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MAY 31, 2019, KEIZERTIMES, PAGE A11 Volcanoes looking ATHLETE for host families presented by BRAIDEN COPELAND 8th grader Whiteaker Middle School McGranahan Copeland took fi rst place in both the high jump and long jump events at the All-City track meet at Sprague High School on Tuesdsay, May 14, helping Whiteaker clinch the overall team title. Submitted His best long jump was 16-feet-11 inches, while his top high jump was 5-8. Andy Armstong (left), pictured reconnecting with San Francisco Giants second baseman Joe Panik back in 2016. The Armstrong’s were Panik’s host family when he started his professional career with the Volcanoes in 2011. Families interested in the Volcanoes’ Host Family Program should contact Lisa Walker at 503-390- 2225, or at probasebal@comcast.net. The organization is especially in need of bilinguel families. RACE, continued from Page A14 I knew that I really wanted to make the Olympic Trials time in the 20K, but I knew that it would be pushing it,” Mc- Granahan said. But throughout McGrana- han’s short race walking career, she has surpassed her own ex- pectations, and this race was no different as she fi nished her 20K in personal-best time (1:45.51) on March 17 to qualify for her second Olympic Tri- als race. However, what was sweeter for Mc- Granahan was what happened after the race. Due to her high fi nishes in recent competition, Mc- Granahan was asked by USA Track & Field to join the four-person race walking team at the 50K Pan-Am Cup in Mexico on April 21. “I was so excited to do my fi rst inter- national race,” Mc- Granahan said. “I had all my USA gear in my suitcase. It was Submitted quite the honor and I wanted to represent and do my best.” McGranahan ended up plac- ing 10th in the race and helped the U.S. earn the overall team title. Race walking is an incredi- bly grueling sport, but with her enthusiasm and positive attitude, McGranahan was a fan favorite during the competition. “I’m usually smiling when I race walk because I’m hav- ing fun and I just love it,” Mc- Granahan said. “It was the most exciting and fun race I’ve done. And the fans were absolutely amazing.” The responsibility of jug- gling everyday life around be- ing an elite race walker can be daunting. McGranahan trains fi ve days a week, teaches fi tness classes three days a week and home schools her daughter. But she is more than willing to do the juggling act for the sport that she has grown to love. “It is a balancing act. I have to be creative and I have to pick and chose the things that I say yes to,” McGranahan said. “It’s challenging, but I love race walking and I am so thankful that I am 42 years old and I get to do this.” “My story is one that inspires others to not let their past, their age, their struggles, stop them from chasing their dreams and accomplishing big things.” K E I Z E R T I M E S SE NIOR HO USING G U I D E Lydia McGranahan poses with the American fl ag after fi nishing third in the 50K National Championships in Santee, Calif. in January. Emerald Pointe DIRECTIONS FROM KEIZER: On River Road, one-half mile north of McNary Estates. Senior Living Community UNIT TYPES: • Studio • 1 BR w/ deck or walk-in closet • 2 BR, 1 BA • 2 BR, 2 BA w/ deck or walk-in closet MONTHLY RENT: starting at $1 ,350 ASSISTED LIVING AVAILABILTY: no AMENITIES: • Full kitchens in every apartment • Free WiFi • Flexible Optional Meals • Waist High Gardens • Full Activities Calendar • Weekly Excursions • Special Dietary Needs Met • Coffee Lounge • Housekeeping • Community Room • Activity Rooms • Resident Lounge • Beauty Salon • Transportation 1125 McGee Ct NE, Keizer, OR 97303 • 503-390-7700 • www.EmeraldPointeKeizer.com Willamette Lutheran Retirement Community DIRECTIONS FROM KEIZER: Drive north on River Rd. Turn left on Wheatland Rd. Go 1.5 miles. On left side of road. UNIT TYPES: • independent living includ. studio and 1-bedroom apartments, 2-bedroom cottages MONTHLY RENT: starting at $1,692 ASSISTED LIVING AVAILABILTY: yes AMENITIES: • Not-for-profi t, Christian community serving all faiths • Pets allowed • No Extra Charge for a 2nd person • 24-hour nurse on staff for emergency response • 3-delicious homecooked meals daily • Van service for shopping & medical appts • Housekeeping • Great Social Activities • Church Services 7693 Wheatland Rd N, Keizer, OR 97303 • 503-393-1491 • www.willamettelutheran.com • e-mail: kay@willamettelutheran.com DIRECTIONS FROM KEIZER: I-5 South, exit left on Market St, continue past Lancaster Dr, right on Tierra St NE, left on Glencoe St NE UNIT TYPES: • assisted living • memory care studio apartments MONTHLY RENT: Cost Varies MEMORY CARE AVAILABILTY: yes AMENITIES: • Staff on site 24/7 • Full time RN on site • Maintenance & Housekeeping • All utilities (except phone) includes basic cable • Transportation to appointments, shopping, events • Laundry & linen services • Salon on site • Daily activities • 3 meals per day plus snacks 4398 Glencoe St NE, Salem, OR 97301 • 503-581-4239 • www.thespringsliving.com • e-mail: tperkins@thespringsliving.com DIRECTIONS FROM KEIZER: On River Road, one-half mile north of McNary Estates. Right on McGee Ct, take second driveway on left. UNIT TYPES: • Assisted Living • Memory Care MONTHLY RENT: starting at $2,855 ASSISTED LIVING AVAILABILITY: Yes AMENITIES: • Individualized Care Plans • State-of-the-art theater • Raised garden beds • All day fresh gourmet dining • Life enriching, meaningful, stimulating activities • Resident created activity calendar • Courtyard walking path • More staff on hand 24/7 than other local facilities • Private & semi-private Memory Care apartments 1165 McGee Court NE, Keizer, OR 97303 • 503-390 -1300 • www.VillageAtKeizerRidge.com DIRECTIONS FROM KEIZER: Take I-5 South, Hwy 22 East, Exit 13, turn towards Sublimity, right (East) on Church Street. UNIT TYPES: • Assisted Living • Independent Living • Memory Care • Skilled Rehabilitation & Nursing Care MONTHLY RENT: Cost Varies TYPE OF CARE: Full Continuum of Care AMENITIES: • 38-Acre Private, Family Owned Active Retirement Community • No Buy In • Apartments • Cottages • Café • Gift Shop • Beauty Shop • Pet Friendly • Duck Pond with Walking Areas 390 SE Church Street, Sublimity, OR 97385 • 503-769-3499 • www.MarianEstates.com