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REGION Wednesday, January 21, 2015 East Oregonian BRIEFLY PENDLETON Police arrest fourth Aryan gang member By PHIL WRIGHT East Oregonian Parents offered free class on child health HERMISTON — Parents who have found themselves wondering if a child’s illness merits a trip ed the gang and Tinnell is a A fourth member of what weapons charges and Tinnell Pendleton police Chief Stu- faces two felony weapons art Roberts called a white charges. Steven Grangood, 32, supremacist gang bent on of Pendleton, is violence is now be- another member, hind bars. according to po- Pendleton po- lice, and is out of lice detectives on jail following his Monday arrested arrest Jan. 10, the Warren Gerald same day Pendle- Browning, 35, of ton police picked Pendleton, and up Mauer. Primus booked him into said he anticipates the Umatilla Coun- taking Grangood’s ty Jail for his in- Browning case to a grand jury volvement in the soon. United Aryan Em- Roberts stated previous- pire, Roberts said. Umatilla County District Attorney ly the gang members are connected to assaults and Tuesday afternoon charged shootings in late 2013 in - Pendleton and to a recent gree attempted assault and possible shooting north of unlawful possession of a the city. Roberts also said the po- sawed-off shotgun. Browning told police he lice investigation into the is an Aryan Empire member, gang continues and more Roberts said, and admitted charges are likely. Primus to involvement in multi- said he has not yet deter- ple criminal conspiracies mined if he will prosecute to commit violence against the gang as a whole or each member individually. others. ——— Browning joins Jeremiah Contact Phil Wright at Mauer, 30, and Gregory Tin- nell, 43, in the county jail. pwright@eastoregonian. Roberts said Mauer found- com or 541-966-0833. invited to a free workshop called “What to do when your child gets sick.” The class will take place Jan. 27 at 5:30 p.m. at Hermiston High School, 600 S. First St. Dinner, child care, a free book and door prizes will be provided. The class is sponsored by Umatilla-Morrow Head Start and the Blue Mountain Early Learning Hub. Topics include keeping children safe and healthy, taking care of children who are sick or hurt and when to seek medical attention for a child. To register call Joan Gray at 541-564-0885. Elks take orders for yearly crab feed Getting catty Staff photo by E.J. Harris Management at the Hermiston Veterinary Clinic appear to be having a little fun with their reader board message Tuesday outside of Hermiston. CONDON Merriment abundant during Scottish celebration at Elks Lodge East Oregonian A dinner of haggis, neeps and tat- ties, the sounds of pipes and drums and copious toasting are all featured during the annual Robert Burns Sup- per in Condon. Scots from around the region will gather Saturday from 2-5 p.m. (and beyond) at the Condon Elks Lodge, 117 S. Main St. Tickets are $17 per person or $30 for a couple. In its 18th year, the annual event honors the birth date of Scotland’s national poet as well as the rich Scot- tish heritage of the region. The fami- ly of Eliza ‘Bess’ Davidson and C.D. ‘Carl’ Anderson will be celebrated and a traditional meal will be served. In addition, some of Burns’ most fa- mous works will be read, recited and sung, and the pipes and drums will make the hall resound with tradition- al Scottish music. A count of the clans will be tak- en and toasts will be made to the Old Country, to the honored family, to absent friends, and to the pipers and drummers. Bess Davidson came to America through Ellis Island alone. Her moth- er had died and the whereabouts of her father by the time she was 10 years old were unknown. At the age of 17, an uncle in America, Alexan- der Livingston Duthie, sponsored her voyage to the new country in 1910 and she traveled across the country headed for an establishment of Scots 8:30-9:30 a.m., Pendleton Rec- reation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Free. (541-276- 8100). BABY BOOGIE & TAPPIN’ TODDLERS, 10-10:45 a.m., Herm- iston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. (541-567- 2882). PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:15 a.m., Pendleton Public Li- brary, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. (541- 966-0380). STORY TIME, 11:15 a.m. to noon, Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. (541-567- 2882). CAY-UMA-WA TOASTMAS- TERS OPEN HOUSE, 12 noon to 1 p.m., Wildhorse Towers Hotel Birch Room, 46510 Wildhorse Blvd., Pendleton. Meet current - veloping communication and leadership skills. Refreshments will be provided. Free. (Leigh- Pinkham-Johnston@ctuir.org). PENDLETON SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 noon, Pendleton Senior Center, 510 S.W. 10th St., Pendleton. Cost is $$3.50 for seniors, $6 for those under 60. Meet new friends, enjoy pool, puz- zles, crafts, snacks, Second Time Around thrift store and more from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For Meals On Wheels call CAPECO at 541-276- 1926. (541-276-7101). TOT TIME, 1-2 p.m., Pendle- ton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. For children ages 0-5. Cost is $1 per child. (541-276- 8100). ADULT COMPUTER CLASS, 3 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. Learn the basics of computers, including In- ternet searches, email and more. Free, but class size is limited to 8 and pre-registration is requested. (541-966-0380). CRIBBAGE NIGHT, 6:30 p.m., 403 S. Main St., Pendleton. New and experienced players wel- come. Bring boards and cards. (509-240-7460). HERMISTON — Money raised from the Hermiston Elks Lodge’s annual crab feed help support youth programs in the community. The crab feed is Friday Jan. 30 beginning at 6 p.m. at the lodge, 480 E. Main St., Hermiston. People are invited to arrive early for the happy hour from 5-6 p.m. The cost is $35 per person and orders for the crab must be made in advance. Place orders by Tuesday, Jan. 27, by calling the lodge at 541-567-6923 or Jim Voss at 541-571-5116. Sno Road plans murder mystery ECHO — Wine, hors d’oeuvres and intrigue are featured in a murder mystery event at Sno Road Winery. Seating is limited for the popular event, which is Saturday, Jan. 31 at 7 p.m. at 111 W. Main St., Echo. Tickets are $25 each or $40 for a couple. For more information, contact 541-376-0421 or info@snoroadwinery.com. Photo contributed by Cody Bettencourt Patrick Hogan, Linda Mae Dennis, McLaren Stinchfield, Mark McCormick, Steve Pyle, George Jamieson, Alex Maich and Bill Shelton, members of the Royal Condon Highland Guard, entertain the crowd at the 17th annual Robert Burns celebration in Condon. This year’s event is Saturday at the Condon Elks Lodge. in the vicinity of Condon. She made her home with Alex and Eliza Duthie and taught school at Matney Flat and Lost Valley until she married C.D. Carl Anderson in 1915. They farmed in the Ferry Can- moved to the Pine Ridge homestead of Carl’s family and farmed there un- til his death in 1971. Bess moved to Condon, and eventually The Dalles, spending her last years where she died Oct. 23, 1983. Her grandchildren, Bob and Glo- ria Anderson of Condon, Jean and Doug Wilson of Condon and Irri- gon and Alan and Susie Anderson of Condon will be among the honored guests. At the conclusion of the program, all participants and audience mem- bers will gather hand-in-hand in a cir- cle and sing one of Burns’ most well- known songs, “Auld Lang Syne.” For those not ready to call it a day, the celebration often continues into the night with additional piping and dancing. For those who didn’t get people can purchase dinner offerings from the lodge. For those staying overnight, a Robert Burns Breakfast will be held as a fundraiser for the Lady Elks. The meal is Sunday from 7-10 a.m. at the Elks Lodge. The all- you-can-eat biscuits & gravy, ham, scrambled eggs and pancakes is $7 per person. For more information, contact times-journal@jncable.com. COMING EVENTS WEDNESDAY, JAN. 21 WALKING FOR WELLNESS, Page 3A BRASS FIRE IN CONCERT, Pendleton. Eight-piece band fea- tures local musicians playing jazz, blues and jazz/rock. Free and suit- gmail.com) VEGAN/SUSTAINABLE LIVING POTLUCK SUPPER, 7 p.m., call 541-969-3057 to RSVP and for driving directions. Bring a vegan dish and recipe. New vegans wel- come. Gluten-free friendly group. THURSDAY, JAN. 22 WALKING FOR WELLNESS, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Pendleton Rec- reation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Free. (541-276- 8100). PRESCHOOL STORY AND CRAFT TIME, 10:30 a.m., Mil- ton-Freewater Public Library, 8 S.W. Eighth Ave., Milton-Freewa- ter. (Lili Schmidt 541-938-8247). BOARDMAN SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 noon, Boardman Senior Center, 100 Tatone St., Boardman. Cost is $4 for seniors 55 and older and $5 for adults. All ages welcome. (541-481-3257). high school students. Free, but registration is requested. (Danny Bane 541-379-4250). THE ARC OF UMATILLA COUNTY BINGO, 6 p.m. doors open, bingo starts at 7 p.m. 215 W. Orchard Ave., Hermiston. (541- 567-7615). FIDDLER’S NIGHT, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Hermiston Terrace Assist- ed Living, 980 W. Highland Ave., Hermiston. Join jam session or just listen. Refreshments served. (541-567-3141). MARIJUANA “LISTENING SES- SION,” 7 p.m., Pendleton Conven- tion Center, 1601 Westgate. The Oregon Liquor Control Commis- sion will listen to community voic- es on marijuana regulation. Free. (www.marijuana.oregon.gov). FRIDAY, JAN. 23 WALKING FOR WELLNESS, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Pendleton Rec- reation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Free. (541-276- 8100). STORY TIME, 10:15-11 a.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. (541-567-2882). TODDLER STORY TIME, 10:15- 10:45 a.m., Pendleton Public Li- brary, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. (541- 966-0380). “MELANOMA AND FUNNY MOLES,” 1 p.m., Good Shepherd Medical Center conference room 2, 610 N.W. 11th St., Hermiston. Dr. Robert Hopp will give a pre- sentation about skin cancer and follow up with free screenings for those who have reserved an ap- pointment time. (509-735-1100). STORY & CRAFT TIME, 2 p.m., Echo Public Library, 20 Bonanza St. LOL STORY TIME, 4 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. Books and crafts to make your little one giggle. Old- er siblings welcome. (541-966- 0380). SUNSET ELEMENTARY BOOK EXCHANGE, 6-7:30 p.m., Sunset Elementary School, 300 E. Cath- erine Ave., Hermiston. Children in grades K-5 may bring books to exchange for new and gently used books. Several classrooms will be set up with themes, and students will be able to take AR quizzes in HERMISTON SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 noon, Hermiston Se- nior Center, 435 W. Orchard Ave. Costs $3.50 for seniors 50 and over, $4 for adults under 50, $4 for Meals on Wheels home delivery. Extra 50 cents if center provides table service. Transportation can be arranged by donation. (541- 567-3582). PENDLETON SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 noon, Pendleton Senior Center, 510 S.W. 10th St., Pendleton. Cost is $$3.50 for seniors, $6 for those under 60. Meet new friends, enjoy pool, puz- zles, crafts, snacks, Second Time Around thrift store and more from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For Meals On Wheels call CAPECO at 541-276- 1926. (541-276-7101). SKILLS FOR LIFE, 3-5 p.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. The activities, with the second hour fo- cusing on life skills for middle and J ERRY R ADER It has been only a year since you have been gone, but it feels like yesterday. You will never be forgotten son. RIP Jerry teh library. Parents also may sign up for Home Connect, to track their child’s reading progress. Do- nations of new and gently used children’s books may be dropped off at the school from 7:20 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Free. (541-667-6700). VFW BINGO, doors open at 6 p.m., games start at 7 p.m., Herm- iston VFW, 45 W. Cherry St. Museum program features art-making MISSION — A hands- on opportunity to create art is this month’s Pepsi Primetime@the Museum program Kids + Art = Fun! is Saturday, Jan. 31 from 1-4 p.m. at Tamástslikt Cultural Institute, located off Highway 331 near Wildhorse Resort & Casino. Held in conjunction with the 2015 ArtWORKz Junior Art Show & Competition, children ages 5-12 are invited to drop-in throughout the afternoon and participate in a variety of activities at craft stations. Kids will be able to take home their creations. Adults are invited to accompany their children and enjoy complimentary Pepsi beverages and snacks. For more information, call 541-429-7700 or visit www. tamastslikt.org.
